Wilmington, Delaware, Lawyer for Guardianships
In the course of my experience assisting families with a wide range of legal issues, I have gained strong familiarity with the processes required to establish an adult guardianship. If you need the legal authority to make decisions for a loved one who cannot make them on his or her own, contact me for cost-effective counsel and representation.
I am sensitive to the challenges of caring for a mentally disabled or challenged individual. The most common scenario creating the need for an adult guardianship occurs when a child with a disability or special needs turns 18. Although parents may have been providing and caring for a mentally challenged child since birth, they are not automatically granted the powers associated with guardianship once the child comes of age.
Although completing the steps to obtain guardianship for a child reaching adulthood is often a fairly straightforward process, a qualified attorney can help you gain peace of mind and prevent any future legal problems. When the situation involves an elderly parent who has become incapacitated, or different family relationships, I can assist with more exacting legal requirements.
Delaware Courts Grant Full and Limited Guardianships
Most parents and other family members caring for a disabled adult seek full guardianship, but they may also choose to petition for a limited guardianship. Depending on your situation, you can receive guardianship authority specific to:
- Property decisions, such as those involving real estate, bank accounts and other financial assets
- Health care decisions, including those about physical treatments, therapy and medications
An Attorney Familiar With All Area Courts
In Delaware, adult guardianship petitions and decisions are handled in the Delaware Court of Chancery, which has different rules and processes from our family court, which handles juvenile guardianships. I regularly appear on behalf of clients in the courts of New Castle, Kent and Sussex County.
My experience and focus on your needs enable navigation of these sometimes complex and intimidating processes with maximum efficiency and affordability. Contact me anytime with your questions and concerns about guardianship in Delaware. I will be pleased to provide a free initial consultation.
