Managing a Ward’s Property and Finances in a Guardianship Estate
When your loved one needs care, you can petition the court to be appointed as the Guardian of the Person and Estate. A guardian is someone who is given the…
How Can Estate Planning Help You Plan for Incapacity?
Most people don’t want to think about the possibility of being incapacitated, especially if they’re in the prime of life. However, the likelihood of becoming incapacitated by an illness or…
Behind The Scenes With Jaime Nolan
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Meet the Owner: Andrew Hays
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Guardianship Training Program Requirements for Illinois Guardians
Being appointed a guardian for an adult with a disability [ward] means that you have the legal authority to make decisions for another person. A guardian has the legal duty to ensure that the ward is being properly cared for and to see that their financial affairs are being managed. There are two types of guardianships in Illinois: guardian of the person and guardian of the estate.
Staza Law: a partnership in life and in law
Since 2008, Andrew and Antonia Hays have run Hays Firm LLC, a Chicago-based practice specializing in estate, probate, trust & business law, including restaurant law and obtaining liquor licenses.
Using Guardianship Proceedings to Protect Your Elderly Loved One
Guardianship proceedings are complicated and involved, but for many families they provide the peace of mind that comes from knowing that an elderly loved one is being protected and well cared for.
Conservatorship in Illinois
The term “conservatorship” means the court process in which a person is appointed to manage the financial affairs of another person.
Does an older adult need a guardian to use Home Care?
One option for seniors is to use an agency to hire home care. While this is a great option for nearly anyone, many people don’t know a lot about how home care works.
What Happens If I Don’t Have a Power of Attorney for Healthcare?
With a Power of Attorney for Healthcare, you can nominate a person to act on your behalf to make decisions based on your personal values and wishes if you are unable to make these decisions yourself.