Why Families Go to Court

Why Families Go to Court

Families like to think that they are strong enough to weather difficult times and that nothing could be harder than losing a loved one. But grief does not always bring people together. It can just as easily push family members apart, especially when suspicions are...
How to Choose a Conservator for Yourself

How to Choose a Conservator for Yourself

Every day we make hundreds of decisions for ourselves—from what to eat for breakfast to where to vacation. However, what happens if you cannot make decisions for yourself? Who do you want making day-to-day decisions on your behalf and serving as your conservator? If...
What Is a Conservatorship?

What Is a Conservatorship?

A conservatorship is a court-ordered arrangement that gives one person (or multiple people), called a conservator, legal authority to manage the affairs of another person, known as a conservatee or ward. Most jurisdictions—recognize two types of conservatorships: A...