On behalf of Scott + Hespen Law, PLLC | Sep 29, 2020 | Guardianships/Conservatorships
It can be very difficult to watch your parents age. They may experience medical events like strokes that terrify you and leave them with diminished physical and mental abilities. They could indoor the slow loss of memory and changes in personality associated with...
On behalf of Scott + Hespen Law, PLLC | Dec 8, 2019 | Guardianships/Conservatorships
Adults often start to lose their physical and mental abilities as they age. When this happens, it can be a cause for concern for their close friends and family. In these instances, a loved one, or the older adult may want to establish a legal guardian. Because older...
On behalf of Scott + Hespen Law, PLLC | Nov 20, 2019 | Guardianships/Conservatorships
Power of attorney (POA) is the authority to act on someone else’s behalf. “POA” is also the name for the document giving someone POA. Anyone having surgery, for example, especially under general anesthesia should think about making a health care POA in case someone...
On behalf of Scott + Hespen Law, PLLC | Nov 13, 2019 | Guardianships/Conservatorships
In an estate plan, a very critical component is the future of your children. While nothing is ever guaranteed, having a solid foundation of support and assistance for a child can make a huge difference. One of the big questions that comes with this is: who will be the...
On behalf of Scott + Hespen Law, PLLC | Nov 4, 2019 | Guardianships/Conservatorships
It’s a terribly sad story. The Vocino case from New Jersey is an example of the many things that can do wrong when you attempt to gain conservatorship or guardianship over a loved one who opposes the move. Here in Minnesota, conservatorship is a proceeding that...
