What Is Guardianship and Conservatorship? An Explanation in Plain English By Sandra McCarthy|February 14th, 2022|Family Law, Probate| Guardianships and conservatorships exist to help people who can't always help themselves. However, unlike other states, California defines guardianship and conservatorship as two completely different arrangements. Both have to do with caring for someone who can't care for themselves, but they have separate meanings and applications. So, what is guardianship and conservatorship in the [...] Read More 0
Conservatorship vs Guardianship in California: Which Is Right for Me? By Sandra McCarthy|February 2nd, 2022|California Courts, Family Law, Probate| Most people have no idea what conservatorship or guardianship is, let alone the difference between the two. And for good reason! These two words can mean completely different things depending on which state you live in. For example, California and Texas have totally separate interpretations of guardianships. This makes the conservatorship vs guardianship question a [...] Read More 0
Types of Guardianship for Minors in California By Sandra McCarthy|March 30th, 2021|Family Law| When establishing guardianship for minors in California, it is important to understand the different options available and how each affects the legal rights of all parties. Read on to learn more about informal and legal guardianship, how to obtain each, and how A People's Choice can help. Read More 241
Temporary Guardianship in California: Options for Minor Children By Sandra McCarthy|March 16th, 2021|Family Law| Are you considering your options for temporary guardianship of a minor child in California? Here are just a few of the options available to you. Once you've decided which route to take, be sure to contact A People's Choice for assistance completing and filing your legal documents! Read More 42
How to Petition for Visitation in Guardianship Cases By Sandra McCarthy|August 5th, 2020|Family Law| Parents and grandparents who have trouble visiting their children or grandchildren may choose to petition the court for visitation rights. Usually, unless a parent is abusive or threatening to a child, the court will grant the parent visiting rights. Also, there are specific circumstances under which grandparents may be granted these rights. Read on to learn more about guardianship visitation rights and how a legal document assistant can help with the process. Read More 10
Temporary and Permanent Guardianship in California By Sandra McCarthy|July 28th, 2019|Family Law| When parents are unable to care for their children, the court may appoint a guardian for those minors. Temporary and permanent guardianship represent two options. Requesting the right type of guardianship plays a significant role in the success of a case. In some situations, however, you may not need to get a court-appointed guardianship. California offers informal guardianship solutions for short-term guardianship needs. Here's what you need to know about temporary and permanent guardianship in California. Read More Comments Off on Temporary and Permanent Guardianship in California
California Guardianship Blog And News By Sandra McCarthy|February 26th, 2018| Read More Comments Off on California Guardianship Blog And News
Alternatives to Guardianship in California By Sandra McCarthy|January 18th, 2018|Family Law| Guardianship allows a non-parent to make decisions and care for a minor legally. There are circumstances, however, when the formal court appointment of a guardian may not be necessary. What are the available quick and inexpensive alternatives to guardianship in California? Here's what you need to know. Read More Comments Off on Alternatives to Guardianship in California
Steps to File Guardianship in California By Sandra McCarthy|November 27th, 2017|Family Law| Learn the steps to file guardianship in California. Se how hiring a legal document assistant can be less expensive than hiring a lawyer when filing guardianship in California. Read More Comments Off on Steps to File Guardianship in California
Guardianship Document Pricing By Sandra McCarthy|April 30th, 2017| Pricing for Guardianship Document Preparation One of the most important questions when considering getting professional help for legal document preparation service is...how much is it going to cost? All of the services offered by A People's Choice are quoted on a flat fee. This fee includes preparing the standard paperwork as [...] Read More Comments Off on Guardianship Document Pricing
Guardianship By Sandra McCarthy|April 21st, 2014| Guardianship in California The purpose of filing a guardianship in California, is to obtain a court order that legally establishes an adult who is responsible for a minor child. A guardianship is not filed for an adult who cannot take care of themselves (see Conservatorships). Guardianship in California is the court [...] Read More 0
What’s Conservatorship of the Estate vs. Conservatorship of the Person? By Sandra McCarthy|September 14th, 2022|Conservatorship, California Courts| When setting up a conservatorship, one of the top questions people have is often, "What is conservatorship of the estate vs. conservatorship of the person?" Read More 0
What Is My Wife Entitled to in a Divorce in California? By Sandra McCarthy|August 17th, 2022|California Courts, Divorce, Family Law| If you're thinking about (or are in the process of) divorcing your wife in California, you know navigating a divorce can be a demanding and perplexing time in your life. Establishing who obtains what assets and child support go to whom is stressful, to say the least, but recognizing what you are entitled to [...] Read More 0
What’s a Conservatorship of the Estate in California? By Sandra McCarthy|August 10th, 2022|California Courts, Estate Planning, Family Law, Probate| It happens every day: while driving on a highway, someone gets into a ghastly accident and sustains an injury. The accident impairs their cognitive and physical ability, and they can no longer oversee their estates and finances. What happens if, God forbid, this person is your spouse or relative? You may decide you need [...] Read More 0
How to File for Power of Attorney in California By Sandra McCarthy|July 11th, 2022|California Courts| Age, illness, or a combination of the two can rob us of our decision-making abilities. However, that should not signal the end of our happy lives. With a conservatorship or a power of attorney, a person in such a situation can get help with crucial decision-making. If you'd like to help someone you love [...] Read More 4
How to File Conservatorship in San Francisco County, CA By Sandra McCarthy|June 15th, 2022|California Courts, Family Law, Probate| We all hope we'll be healthy and accident-free for a lifetime, but unfortunately, sometimes things take a turn. What if this has happened to someone you love in San Francisco County, CA, and they're no longer able to care for themselves? You now need to learn how to file for conservatorship in San Francisco County, [...] Read More 0
The Types of Adoption in California By Sandra McCarthy|June 13th, 2022|Adoption, California Courts, Family Law| If you've decided to adopt, congratulations! It's time to look at the various types of adoptions available. Adoption isn't just an adoption; you can do everything from adopting a child from foster care to adopting directly from a biological parent giving birth at the hospital. The types of adoption in California cover every scenario. [...] Read More 0
How to File for Conservatorship in Orange County, CA By Sandra McCarthy|June 8th, 2022|California Courts, Probate| An elderly parent suffers a fall and can't get around anymore. An octogenarian starts falling prey to scams targeting the elderly, losing tens of thousands of dollars. An adult sibling is in a horrible car accident, leaving them incapacitated and requiring substantial medical treatment and powerful drugs. If any of these things happen to [...] Read More 2
How to File for Conservatorship in Kern County, CA By Sandra McCarthy|June 1st, 2022|California Courts, Family Law, Probate| There are quite a few reasons someone might not be able to care for themselves, and governments recognize this. That's why the constitutions of most countries make provisions for legal caretakers and decision-makers. In the United States, when an adult is unable to take care of themselves, they can be placed in a conservatorship. [...] Read More 0
How to File for Conservatorship in Lassen County, CA By Sandra McCarthy|May 25th, 2022|California Courts, Probate| Lassen County, CA, known for its natural splendor, is home to nearly 35,000 residents. Sometimes, as with people anywhere, those residents might grow older and need some help with everyday tasks. If you are looking into how to file for conservatorship in Lassen County, California, you've come to the right place. There are many [...] Read More 0