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Guardianship
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Berk Law Group Blog
Contested Guardianship in Arizona: Who Decides? 4 Critical Questions
By Kent Berk
One person says an older adult needs protection. Another says that “protection” is taking away his freedom. Both may believe they are acting out of love. When a family cannot…
Elder Law Issues
September Wrap-up: Dolly’s Estate
By Jordan Young
This month, the biggest story in the elder law world revolves around Dolly Parton’s estate. Dolly’s Legacy Dolly Parton died on August 25, 2026 at the age of 80. Prior…
Hawley, Kaufman & Kautzer, S.C. Blog
Baby’s Here! The Wisconsin New Parent Legal & Financial Checklist
By Hawley, Kaufman & Kautzer, S.C. Staff
From birth certificates to guardianship: the practical steps every Wisconsin family needs to take in year one.September is often associated with more birthdays than any other month of the year,…
Law Web
Guardian, Benefits, and Judicial Safeguards: Drafting Minor-Property Orders That Can Survive Appellate Scrutiny
By Law Web
When a court is asked to appoint a guardian so that a relative may receive service benefits, insurance proceeds, compensation, or other monetary dues belonging to minors, the real question…
Rincker Law Blog
Your Child With a Disability Is Turning 18: Is Guardianship the Only Option in Illinois?
By Dimple Dang
Your Child With a Disability Is Turning 18: Is Guardianship the Only Option in Illinois? is a question many parents ask during the final years of high school. After years…
Rincker Law Blog
When an Aging Parent Can No Longer Make Decisions: 7 Signs It May Be Time to Consider Guardianship in Illinois
By Dimple Dang
When an Aging Parent Can No Longer Make Decisions: 7 Signs It May Be Time to Consider Guardianship in Illinois is a difficult topic for many families. No one wants…
Children & the Law Section Blog | Children & the Law Section
Guardian ad Litem Work: Challenging, Meaningful, and Needed
July 21, 2026 Guardians ad litem play an important role in adult, child, and family matters. A GAL provides recommendations to the court that shape decisions involving adult and…
Berk Law Group Blog
Staying Current in Arizona Probate Court: Practical Takeaways from the July 2026 Bench-Bar Meeting
By Kent Berk
Probate, guardianship, and conservatorship cases are governed by statutes and court rules, but effective representation also requires understanding how those requirements operate in the courtroom. Members of the Berk Law…
Rincker Law Blog
Does My Child With Disabilities Need a Guardian at Age 18 in Illinois?
By Dimple Dang
Does My Child With Disabilities Need a Guardian at Age 18 in Illinois? The answer depends on your child’s ability to understand, make, and communicate responsible decisions, not simply on…
Lauren Jackson Law Blog
How long does an adult guardianship take in Kane County,Illinois?
A lot of the calls I get about adult guardianship start the same way. An adult child has noticed their mother can no longer keep track of her bills, or…