What is a conservator?

A conservator is a person or entity appointed by a court to protect and manage the finances and/or personal well-being of another person, known as the conservatee. In California, conservators are governed by Probate Law, which is the laws and regulations that govern estates and trusts, inheritances, and legal guardianships. A conservator is appointed by a court when an individual, known as a conservatee, is unable to make decisions or take care of their own finances due to age, mental disorder, or illness. The court must decide that the conservatee is incapable of taking care of themselves before appointing a conservator. Once the court appoints a conservator, the conservator must act in the best interest of the conservatee. This includes managing their finances, making sure they have access to the social services they need, and ensuring that they are living in a safe environment. The conservator must also provide an accounting of their decisions and expenses to the court each year. Conservators are held to a high ethical standard by the court, and are responsible for the legal and financial health of their conservatees. It is a serious responsibility that should not be taken lightly.

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