Guardianship & Conservatorship North Carolina
Transferring an Out-of-State Adult Guardianship to North Carolina (UAGPPJA Rules)
Life is unpredictable, and families often need to relocate for better healthcare, military orders, or to be closer to a support system. If you are the legal guardian of an adult an...
How to Contest an Incompetency Petition Against a Family Member in NC Courts
When a family member is served with a petition for incompetency, it can feel like a direct attack on their dignity and independence. In North Carolina, a finding of incompetency me...
Guardian of the Estate for Minors Receiving Injury Settlements or Life Insurance in North Carolina
When a child receives a large sum of money, parents often assume they can simply deposit the funds into their own bank account to use for the child's benefit. In North Carolina, do...
Emergency Guardianship for Elderly Parents with Advanced Dementia in NC: Timelines & Process
Watching a parent decline from Alzheimer's or advanced dementia is emotionally devastating. But when that cognitive decline places them in sudden, imminent danger, families must ac...
Step-by-Step Guide to Removing an Abusive or Negligent Legal Guardian in North Carolina
When the North Carolina courts appoint a legal guardian, that person is entrusted with the highest level of legal responsibility-a fiduciary duty-to protect the vulnerable individu...
Securing Legal Guardianship for a Special Needs Child Turning 18 in North Carolina
When you are raising a child with special needs, turning 18 is a massive milestone. However, under the law, this birthday also brings a sudden and frightening change: your child is...