Can a guardianship be changed?

Yes, guardianship can be changed. In Washington, guardians are appointed by the court to manage the health and financial affairs of someone who is unable to do so on their own (a minor child or an adult who is incapacitated). There are situations in which a guardianship may need to be changed. For example, a guardianship may have to be changed because the guardian is no longer able to fulfill the duties of the job or has become incapacitated. If the guardian is moving out of state, then guardianship may need to be transferred to someone else. Or, if the individual under guardianship has recovered from his or her incapacity, then guardianship may no longer be needed. In Washington, changing a guardianship requires filing a petition with the court. The court will evaluate the situation and make a decision on whether to grant the petition. The court may select a different person as guardian or it may modify the terms of the guardianship. When the court is considering granting the petition, it will consider the best interests of the person under guardianship. The court may also consider any objections that have been made by the current guardian, as well as any objections made by other interested parties. The court may require a hearing to allow all interested parties to submit and present their views. Ultimately, the decision to change guardianship rests with the court, so it is important to work with an experienced attorney who can help you navigate the process.

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