GUARDIANSHIP AND CONSERVATORSHIP ATTORNEYS IN ALEXANDRIA

As a court-appointed attorneys, we assist disabled elders and their families throughout Virginia in their conservatorship and guardianship needs.

Here is a general overview of what you should know about guardianships and conservatorships in Virginia and what types of legal services you need to ensure your best interests are met.

What are guardianships and conservatorships in Virginia?

When a person lacks the ability to make decisions on their own behalf due to some sort of illness, disability or accident, a guardian or conservator steps into make those decisions for them. The Virginia Court appoints this person to be the legal decision maker for the person lacking that capacity, and grants them medical and/or financial power of attorney.

There are several ways a person can end up with a guardian or conservator:

• Dementia or cognitive decline: Incapacity from conditions such as vascular dementia or Alzheimer’s is a common reason for guardianship proceedings to begin.
• Accident or injury: You could suffer an accident (such as a traumatic brain injury) that leaves you incapacitated or incapable of making your own decisions.
• Birth conditions: Conditions like Down’s syndrome or autism may result in the need for a guardian or conservator.
• Mental illness: Mental illnesses such as schizophrenia or psychosis can also lead to the appointment of a guardian or conservator.

How can Speedwell Law, PLLC help me?

Whenever possible, we aim to keep clients from having to go through drawn-out court proceedings, and keep them in charge of their own future. Our team analyzes each client’s situation and identify potential alternatives to courtroom proceedings wherever possible. If it is necessary, we can file petitions to appoint a suitable guardian and/or conservator.

In some cases, we may serve as the guardian and conservator if no one else is available or suitable to do so.

Throughout the entire process, we act with great empathy, and work to form a close relationship with my clients to ensure they are able to get the best outcomes possible.

With your case, you can expect the following general process:

• We begin by analyzing all the facts and identifying potential solutions. If no alternatives to court are available, this is where we prepare a thorough court strategy.
• We prepare the guardianship petition and litigate the case.
• We appoint the guardian and conservator and work with the client and the ward to fulfill the care plan.

Contact us today to learn more about guardianships and conservatorships

If you are interested in learning more about the legal services we provide in the area of guardianships and conservatorships, please feel free to contact us today at Speedwell Law, PLLC at (703) 553-2577 or [email protected]. We are happy to answer any questions you have for our team.