Skilled Guardianship Attorneys Helping You Protect A Loved One
When it comes to establishing a guardianship, having trusted legal guidance is crucial. Based in O’Fallon and New Baden, our attorneys at Bruckert, Behme & Long, P.C., help individuals and families throughout the Metro East area of Illinois navigate guardianship cases.
What Is A Guardianship?
When a court gives someone the authority to care for and make decisions for another person, it is called a guardianship. Common types include:
- Guardianship of a minor: This is needed when parents are no longer able to care for their child.
- Guardianship of a disabled person: This is necessary when individuals over 18 cannot make their own decisions due to a disability.
- Guardianship of an elderly individual: This may be required when advanced age or disability has left an elderly person incapacitated.
Our estate planning team can answer your questions about these care guardianships.
How To Terminate A Guardianship
Termination requires guardianship court proceedings. For a minor, you need to show that circumstances have changed and cancellation is in the child’s best interests. For a disabled or elderly person, you must demonstrate that the person now has the capacity to make their own decisions.
Why Choose Us?
Our team has extensive experience with guardianship issues. Attorney John P. Long represents individuals looking to set up a guardianship for a loved one. Attorney Luke A. Behme serves as a court-appointed guardian ad litem. We can also help clients navigate the interplay between these matters and family law issues.
Get Effective Solutions
Let our guardianship lawyers guide you and your family through this delicate time. Reach out to us today by email or by calling us at 618-589-1152.