Guardianship can provide important protection for minors and adults who are unable to manage their personal or financial affairs. However, a guardianship is not always permanent, and Texas law recognizes several circumstances where court supervision may no longer be...
Watching a parent struggle with mental or physical decline is a heavy burden. You may notice changes such as unpaid bills or poor hygiene. Eventually, these concerns lead to questions about safety and legal protection. The legal definition of incapacity in Texas Texas...
Caring for a parent can bring out disagreements between siblings. You may feel torn between what is safest and what feels fair. In Texas, the law decides who has authority to make decisions, not family opinion. Who has legal authority under Texas law? Texas...
When you have children, naming a guardian in your estate plan is one of the most important decisions you can make. Without a named guardian, the court will decide who takes care of your children if something happens to you. Understanding how this process works in...
When planning for the future, one of the most important decisions you can make is choosing a guardian for your minor children in case something happens to you. In Texas, a guardian is responsible for caring for your children, making decisions on their behalf, and...
Deciding whether to seek guardianship of your elderly parent is a difficult and emotional decision. As parents age, they may need more help with managing their daily activities and making important decisions. In Texas, guardianship may be an option if your parent can...
There comes a time when we realize our relatives can no longer stay independent. Caring for those we love then becomes our duty. Guardianship provides the right for someone to make legal decisions for another. It is sometimes difficult to know when to craft one of...