Union, Missouri Guardianship Attorneys in Franklin County

Union, Missouri and Franklin County Guardianship and Conservatorship Lawyers

At Stange Law Firm, PC, we offer legal assistance for individuals involved in guardianships and conservatorships. Whether representing a guardian or a proposed ward in court-ordered proceedings, our goal is to protect our clients’ interests and help them achieve meaningful outcomes. Our legal team is familiar with the guardianship process and the expectations of local courts, allowing us to advocate effectively. We also prioritize communication by giving clients our cell phone numbers and 24/7 access to their case documents.

Understanding Guardianships and Conservatorships in Franklin County, Missouri

Guardianships and conservatorships exist to protect those who can no longer manage personal or financial matters. These arrangements may be appropriate for individuals who are incompetent, disabled, struggling with addiction, or for minors in specific circumstances. Once established, a guardian or conservator is empowered to make decisions and safeguard the individual or their assets.

Common situations where a guardianship or conservatorship may be necessary include:

  • An elderly person becomes unable to care for themselves and has no prior power of attorney in place.
  • A minor receives an inheritance or settlement that requires oversight because the parents cannot manage the funds.
  • A young adult with special needs turns 18 and requires continued assistance with medical or financial decisions.
 

To obtain a guardianship, the court generally requires proof of incapacity, which may include medical records, physician statements, and related documentation.

Each Guardianship Case Is Handled With Great Care

Every guardianship or conservatorship is a significant legal matter. For many, gaining legal authority over a loved one’s personal or financial decisions offers much-needed peace of mind. It ensures the individual is protected from financial exploitation and receives proper support in making decisions that affect their well-being.

These cases can also become emotionally charged when relatives disagree about the steps that should be taken. At Stange Law Firm, PC, we recognize the stress these situations create. Our attorneys work closely with each client to ensure that their rights, concerns, and priorities remain at the forefront.

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Schedule a Consultation With a Guardianship Attorney in Union, Missouri

If you are seeking legal assistance with a guardianship or conservatorship in Franklin County, we are here to help. Contact us online to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our attorneys.

Franklin County (Union), MO Office: 636-296-3060 | 5 South Oak St. Union, MO 63084

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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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