Posted by Jomo Stewart | Feb 04, 2024 |
Temporary Guardianship
In Emergency situations, a person can become the temporary legal guardian of a minor. The temporary legal guardian usually serves in this role until the Judge makes a final determination on a petition for appointment of a guardian.
Further, a temporary guardianship can on...
Posted by Jomo Stewart | Feb 02, 2024 |
Guardianship of the Person vs. Guardian of the Estate
In the guardianship of the person, the Probate Judge appoints an adult to have custody of a minor. The “guardian of the person” is responsible for the minor in regard to their schooling, medical care, minor's conduct, and making sure the mino...
Posted by Jomo Stewart | Aug 02, 2023 |
How long does a Probate Guardianship Last?
A Probate Guardianship of the child's person or child's estate, or both ends when the child turns 18 years old and attains majority. However, the Probate Guardianship can be terminated earlier by court order. (Probate Code Section 1600)
Posted by Jomo Stewart | Jul 30, 2023 |
What is a Guardianship?
A Probate Guardianship is a court proceeding where an adult is appointed by the Probate Judge to be responsible for the child's care or to manage the child's finances.