West Palm Beach Guardianship Lawyer
Although proper estate planning can usually prevent the need for guardianships (by use of Powers of Attorney, Health Care Surrogates and Trustees), sometimes a guardianship is unavoidable.
Aging loved ones may not even realize that their mental and/or physical abilities have deteriorated to the point where help is needed. Certain rights need to be removed to protect against potential injury or exploitation.
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Children who are due to recover large sums of money in litigation may need a guardianship as required by statute.
Middle- aged adults who are victims of accident or illness may suddenly find themselves in an emergency situation where, unexpectedly, the need for a guardianship arises.
In the case of adult guardianships, the process of obtaining a guardianship is complex. The rights of an American citizen are at stake. An attorney is appointed for the proposed ward, whose role is to represent that party and, possibly, to litigate against the imposition of a guardianship. Three committee members are also appointed. They will each meet with the ward and make recommendations to the judge as to their perceptions of the ward and the necessity for a guardianship. The Court must also determine if any less restrictive alternatives to guardianship exist.
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In the case of a contested guardianship, a trial may be required with testimony presented. If a guardian is appointed, annual reports and accountings are mandated by statute and court auditors review each file for accuracy.
During his time in private practice, Mitchell Kitroser routinely represented guardians for adults and children and has been appointed as guardian on several occasions by the Court. He currently serves as guardian for several children and as attorney for guardians in over thirty cases.