Conservatorships
Nashville Conservatorship Lawyer
The thought of a parent, child, or other loved incapable of caring for their self or property in a safe manner is unfortunate. However, if the situation arises, the Law Office of Mary C. LaGrone is here to guide you through the process of creating a conservatorship effectively and compassionately. Contact our Tennessee attorney ad litem and conservatorship attorney for a consultation.
What is a Conservatorship?
A conservatorship is the relationship created by a court order, which grants an individual the authority to act for an individual's person, property, or both. In other words, a court could order an individual, such as a trusted family member or friend, to control another individual's financial affairs and property, if the court deems such authority to be in the best interest of the disabled individual. Likewise, a conservatorship can be created when the individual may be in harm's way or suffering but will not or is unable to consent to medical treatment or relocation and does not have a power of attorney designating someone to act on his/her behalf in the event of disability. This can often be beneficial to assist many individuals, such as:
- An adult developmentally disabled child
- An individual with a physical or mental handicap
- An individual suffering from Alzheimer's disease or another illness affecting competency
- An individual with a serious alcohol or drug addiction
Petition for a Conservatorship
To create a valid conservatorship, one must petition the court for the conservatorship. The court will require that a guardian ad litem visit and evaluate the individual and situation to verify that a conservatorship for the person or property is necessary. Our attorney, Mary LaGrone has served as a guardian ad litem for the courts and understands when a conservatorship is appropriate and what elements must be present for the conservatorship to be approved.
Understanding and Experience
We understand the importance of having a conservatorship in certain situations. It can be useful to take an individual to the doctor, sell their house, place the individual in a nursing home, or tend to other personal or financial needs. If you need assistance with petitioning for a conservatorship, contact our Nashville conservatorship lawyer.
Law Office of Mary C. LaGrone
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The Law Office of Mary C. LaGrone, located in Nashville, Tennessee, serves clients throughout the Nashville metro and Davidson County area. Our Nashville conservatorship lawyer serves the communities of Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Smyrna, Lebanon, Hendersonville, and Murfreesboro. We also assist clients in Davidson County, Rutherford County, Sumner County, Wilson County, and Williamson County.
