What is a guardianship and how do I set one up?

A guardianship is a legal arrangement in which a person (the guardian) is appointed by a court to take care of another person (the ward) who is unable to manage their own affairs due to disability or incapacity. In Kansas, a guardianship may be established for a minor or an incapacitated adult. To set up a guardianship in Kansas, you must start by filing a petition with the court in the county where the ward resides. The petition should include the ward’s name, age, address, and the specific reasons why they need a guardian. After the filing, the court will appoint an attorney to represent the ward. The court will then hold a hearing to determine if a guardianship is needed. If the court decides that the ward is incapacitated, it will appoint the guardian and issue an order appointing them. Once appointed, the guardian will be responsible for making decisions and taking actions on the ward’s behalf. This includes managing their finances, arranging health care services, and making decisions about where they live. As such, the guardian should always act in the best interest of the ward. Finally, it’s important to note that a guardianship can be revoked if the ward no longer needs it or if the guardian is not adequately performing their duties. This can be done by filing a petition with the court.

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