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  1. What Is Guardianship? | National Guardianship Association

    What Is Guardianship? Guardianship, also, referred to as conservatorship, is a legal process, utilized when a person can no longer make or communicate safe or sound decisions about …

  2. How to Get Guardianship of an Adult: Steps and Requirements

    Jan 18, 2025 · Learn the essential steps and requirements for obtaining adult guardianship, including legal duties and associated costs. Obtaining guardianship of an adult is a significant …

  3. Guardianship Law | Family Law Center | Justia

    Aug 28, 2025 · A guardianship is a serious legal step, often considered a last resort, established by a court to protect a person who is unable to make decisions for themselves.

  4. Understanding Adult Guardianship - Caring.com

    Sep 17, 2025 · Learn about the pros and cons of adult guardianship, how it works and how to become a conservator to make decision on a loved one's behalf.

  5. Elder Justice Initiative (EJI) | Guardianship: Key Concepts and Resources

    Sep 30, 2024 · The guardianship typically ends when the individual dies. However, courts may terminate the guardianship while the person is still alive in order to restore the person’s rights.

  6. Guardianship and Conservatorship - American Bar Association

    Guardianship means obtaining the legal authority to make decisions for another person. A “guardian” is the person appointed by the court to make decisions on behalf of someone. This …

  7. State Guardianship Laws - FindLaw

    May 16, 2025 · Guardianship is a legal framework where a court gives one individual or entity the authority to make decisions for another (the ward). This relationship is essential for ensuring …

  8. Top Rated Arkansas Guardianship Lawyers - Avvo.com

    Data provided on Arkansas’s Guardianship lawyers has been sourced from the lawyers themselves as well as publicly available directories such as the State Bar of Arkansas.

  9. Guardianship Process Timeline: What to Expect | Live to Plant

    Jul 22, 2025 · Guardianship is a court-authorized relationship in which a guardian is appointed to make decisions on behalf of another person (the ward) who is deemed legally incapable of …

  10. What is Guardianship? Legal Guardian Meaning & Definition

    Guardianship is the legal process of establishing who will step in should you become unable to care for your children or any other person you care for. This could include an elderly parent or …