No parent wants to imagine a world where they’re not around to care for their child. But appointing a legal guardian ensures that, even in your absence, your child will be raised by someone you trust. In this article, we’ll walk you through how to appoint a guardian for your child in Illinois — a critical step that too many …
If you’ve recently been appointed as guardian for a disabled adult in Illinois — or you’re considering petitioning for guardianship — it’s essential to understand exactly what this legal role involves. Guardianship isn’t just a title; it’s a serious, court-supervised responsibility with significant legal and ethical obligations. What are the responsibilities of a guardian for a disabled adult in Illinois? …
Life can throw unexpected challenges our way, and planning for those moments can make all the difference. Guardianships in Illinois are a vital legal tool that helps ensure vulnerable individuals, like minor children or disabled adults, are cared for when they can’t care for themselves. At Rincker Law PLLC, we help families in Illinois navigate this complex process to secure …
In the State of Illinois, there are three types of guardianships of a minor. You can be the guardian of a minor’s person, a minor’s estate, or a minor’s person and estate. Regardless of which type of Guardianship of a Minor is needed, the process is typically the same. A Guardianship of a Minor’s Person is needed when a minor’s …
Adult guardianship proceedings are complicated in their own right, but sometimes jurisdictional confusion adds an extra layer of difficulty. There may be no question about the appropriate jurisdiction for an adult guardianship proceeding where all relevant parties have lived, and continue to live, in the same jurisdiction; however, such is not always the case given the increasing mobility of the …
Being someone’s guardian can be an overwhelming new journey. Understanding what is expected of you in this new role is the best way to reduce any apprehensions so that you can care for your loved one in need. In the State of Illinois, guardianship is split into two separate types. Just like you need a Power of Attorney to appoint …