Wichita, Kansas Guardianship Attorneys in Sedgwick County

Guidance for Guardianships and Conservatorships in Wichita, Kansas in Sedgwick County

At Stange Law Firm, PC, we assist individuals seeking guidance on guardianships and conservatorships. We represent those petitioning to serve as guardians or conservators, as well as those who may be the subject of these proceedings. Our team understands the legal requirements, the procedural steps, and the importance of protecting the interests of all involved. We take pride in offering attentive service, including clear communication and convenient access to case documents.

Wichita, Kansas and Sedgwick County Conservatorship Answers

Guardianships and conservatorships are legal protections designed for people who are unable to manage their own personal or financial affairs. These proceedings may be pursued on behalf of individuals who are allegedly incompetent, dealing with significant impairments, or unable to make safe decisions. They may also be used in matters involving minors in certain situations. After a guardianship or conservatorship is granted, the appointed guardian or conservator is responsible for managing the person’s care or assets.

There are many situations in which a guardianship or conservatorship may be appropriate, such as:

  • A guardianship may be appropriate when an elderly person can no longer safely care for themselves, particularly if no powers of attorney or other planning documents are in place.
  • A conservatorship may be necessary for a minor who receives an inheritance or settlement when their parents cannot properly manage the funds.
  • For a person with special needs who reaches adulthood, a guardianship or conservatorship may allow a trusted individual to continue making important medical and financial decisions.
 

To obtain a guardianship, a court proceeding is typically required. Petitioners usually need to provide documentation such as medical records and statements from physicians to demonstrate the need for assistance.

Navigating Concerns in Guardianship Matters

Taking control of another person’s financial responsibilities or decision making can offer reassurance that they are protected and their well-being is safeguarded. It helps ensure they are not vulnerable to financial exploitation or unable to manage essential needs.

These proceedings, however, can cause tension when those involved disagree about the steps that should be taken. At Stange Law Firm, PC, we recognize that these situations can be emotional and challenging. Our attorneys work closely with clients to help ensure that their rights and concerns are addressed throughout the process.

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Schedule an Initial Consultation to Learn More About Guardianship Attorneys in Wichita, Kansas in Sedgwick County

If you are seeking assistance with a guardianship or conservatorship in Wichita or Sedgwick County, schedule a confidential appointment with one of our attorneys. You may contact us online to begin the process.

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We also handle many other family law matters, including but not limited to:

Dissolution of Marriage
Unfortunately, there are times when a marriage is irretrievably broken and a dissolution is the only option. We can help with your uncontested, contested, simple or complex dissolution case.
Legal Separation
There are some instances where married parties are separated, but are unsure whether their marriage can be reconciled or may later need to be dissolved. We can help with a legal separation if this is the case.
Annulment
In certain circumstances, a party may be able to seek an annulment if there are circumstances that led to a party being fraudulently induced into entering a marriage.
Family Law
Unfortunately, there are times when a marriage is irretrievably broken and a dissolution is the only option. We can help with your uncontested, contested, simple or complex dissolution case.
Collaborative Law/Mediation
If you are looking for an amicable resolution to your dissolution or family law matter, we have attorneys who can help you with a collaborative family law case or mediation.
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
These agreements help couples make critical decisions about their relationships, just in case. While prenuptial agreements are drafted before a marriage, postnuptial agreements are drafted during the marriage, usually when circumstances change.
Paternity Law/Mediation
With approximately forty-percent of all children being born out of wedlock, we represent numerous unmarried parents in child custody and child support disputes. These cases are the twenty-first century dissolution and extremely common.
Guardianships and conservatorships
We also represent clients in matters of guardianships and conservatorships, helping them protect the people they love — especially when those people can no longer care for themselves. Our work in this area often involves people facing physical and mental illnesses, alcoholism and addiction.
Surrogacy Agreements
We can help clients negotiate surrogacy agreements, drafting and executing all related documents as well as resolving any conflicts that may arise.
Step-parent adoption
We represent parents in step-parent adoptions, which usually occur when a parent marries or remarries after the birth of a biological child. Step-parent adoptions help bring families closer together by creating a solid family unit.
Name Change
If you are seeking to legally change your name, we can help.
Orders of Protection
We can help you in legal proceedings involving restraining orders.
Adoption
We are honored to represent clients who wish to adopt a child into their family.
Minor emancipation
In some cases, minors do best when they are given the rights and responsibilities of adults. We assist in minor emancipation, representing both teens and their parents.
Grandparents' rights
Lawyers at our firm also handle grandparents' rights issues such as child custody, guardianship and grandparent adoption.
Appeals
We represent parties in appeals of adverse family court judgments, including dissolution, child custody, child support, maintenance and grandparent visitation.
Child Support
We represent clients in matters involving child support.
Child Custody
We represent parents in child custody disputes.
Juvenile Matters
We represent parties in juvenile matters involving the Division of Family Law Services.
Modifications
We assist clients in modifying prior child custody and child support judgments when the facts call for it.
Contempt
We help clients in contempt of court matters as well as family access motions.
Military Dissolution
We are proud to represent service members in dissolution and family law matters.
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