Who can be appointed guardian or conservator?
Although any person or organization (such as a social service agency) can be designed guardian or conservator, the law lists priorities of nominees for appointment. First to be considered is anyone designated in a power of attorney or other writing. Next are a spouse, then adult children, and then other relatives. If the best interest of the ward so dictates, anyone on the priority list may be passed over, or the court may appoint someone not on the list.
Related Questions
- If the beneficiary has appointed an Attorney-In-Fact under a Power of Attorney, or had a Guardian/Conservator appointed by a court of competent jurisdiction, do I need to submit proof?
- Once appointed, can a guardian and conservator do anything they want to assist the incapacitated?
- What are the essential responsibilities of the Public Guardian when appointed as conservator?
