- Probate Court has exclusive jurisdiction for the appointment of guardians and/or conservators for both adults and minors.
- Guardianship and conservatorship are legal relationships wherein the Probate Court appoints a person (guardian and/or conservator) to make certain decisions for a ward.
- Guardianship is of the person and a conservatorship is of the property.
- Guardianships and conservatorships can be done on an emergency basis. They can be temporary or permanent based on the needs of the ward.
Guardianship may take away a ward's right to:
| Conservatorship may take away a ward's right to: |
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| -Decide to marry | -Decide to bring and defend actions in court |
| -Make contracts | -Make contracts |
| -Consent to medical treatments | -Buy and sell property |
| -Establish a residence | -Enter into business and commercial transactions |
| -Bring or defend an action in court |
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Filing fees are due at the time of filing. No exceptions. We will not file-stamp originals or copies without payment.