How is a guardian compensated?

In Georgia, guardians are compensated differently depending on the type of guardianship. For guardianship of the person, guardians are typically not compensated unless the court approves it and orders how much payment is to be made. The court typically only orders payment if there are significant services required of the guardian, such as providing medical care or other specialized services. In guardianship of the estate, guardians are usually compensated out of the estate. The amount of compensation is usually based on the value of the estate and the amount of time and effort required to manage it. The court may set a maximum amount of compensation for the guardian and approve a fee structure for the guardian to follow. The guardian must then submit an itemized fee petition to the court for review and approval. Once approved, the guardian is allowed to draw fees from the estate. The court may also require a full accounting to ensure that all fees are reasonable and necessary.

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