Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Patricia writes about family law and tips for female lawyers. Child custody cases: In many states across the United States, the ...

Guardians are a type of fiduciary appointed for a minor child or individual determined incapacitated by the courts. When appointed by a Last Will and Testament (“Will”), they are commonly known as ...

As an attorney and a father of two special needs children, I uniquely understand the necessity of becoming a legal guardian for my children as soon as they reach eighteen years of age. Many ...

A guardianship is a legal mechanism that grants an adult legal power to make decisions for another person, called the "ward," who is incapable of making decisions himself or herself. A ward can be a ...

When a child with special needs turns 18, they are legally considered an adult capable of making their own decisions with regard to housing and medical care, regardless of any disability that may ...

Choosing your child's guardian is the hardest and most important decision you'll ever make. The thought of someone other than you raising your child is gut wrenching. The worst part about it? You'll ...

If you are the parent of a minor child, one of the most important things you can do is create a Last Will and Testament to nominate a guardian for your minor child in the event of your death. In ...

The South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy’s (DCA) Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem (GAL) program will host a drop-in volunteer interest session May 23, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at the Mount ...

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If you are the parent of a minor child, one of the most important things you can do is create a Last Will and Testament to nominate a guardian for your minor child in the event of your death. In ...