CONSERVATORSHIP
What is a Conservatorship?
If a loved one has lost their ability to look out for their best interests, provide for their personal needs, or manage their finances, a conservatorship may be appropriate. There are two types of conservatorships in California: a conservatorship of the estate (which provides authority over financial decisions) and a conservatorship of the person (which provides authority over health care decisions). When a person does not have capacity, a conservatorship may be necessary to bring or defend claims, or to protect him or her from harm. Conservatorships involve a court process that at times can be complex and contentious. At our firm we use our wealth of experience and knowledge to handle both contested and non-contested conservatorship matters. Some of the common types of conservatorship services we provide include:
- Initiating conservatorship proceedings;
- Handling disputes over who should act as conservator;
- Pursue remedies for elder abuse and undue influence;
- Substituted judgment proceedings;
- Termination or transfer of conservatorships;
- Accounting disputes;
- Spousal support and protection;
- Emergency protective appointments and appropriate injunctive relief;
- Obtaining authority for medical decisions and residential placements;
- Obtaining authority for financial investment decisions and sale or transfer of property and other assets.