Virginia Guardianship and Conservatorship Lawyer
Caring for loved ones can be difficult in the best of times. The circumstances that require guardianship and conservatorship can make a tough situation even more difficult. Our office assists clients with navigating the process of guardianship and conservatorship in Virginia. If you are considering guardianship and conservatorship for a loved one, we are happy to discuss how we can help.
Guardianship and Conservatorship
We help clients cut through the complexities of guardianship and conservatorship in order to provide the highest level of care for their loved ones. Our focus is on making access to assistance with your case easy and affordable. Contact our office today to schedule your free no-obligation and no-cost consultation with an attorney.
What is Guardianship in Virginia?
Guardianship is a court process where a judge appoints someone (a “guardian”) to make personal and medical decisions for an incapacitated adult.
A guardian may make decisions about:
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Medical care
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Living arrangements
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Daily needs and wellbeing
Guardianship focuses on the person, not their finances.
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"So thorough and easy! Chris was so great to work with, had great communication, and addressed all of our needs and beyond! He did a great job listening to us and explaining things in a way we could understand."
-Matthew R.
What is a Conservatorship?
A conservatorship is similar, but it deals with money and property.
A conservator is appointed to:
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Manage bank accounts and investments
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Pay bills
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Handle real estate
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Protect assets
In many cases, the same person serves as both guardian and conservator—but they are legally separate roles.
What does "incapacitated" mean under Virginia law?
In Virginia, in order to appoint a guardian or conservator, the Court must find that the person for whom the appointment is requested to be "incapacitated." An adult is considered incapacitated if they are unable to:
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Understand information needed to make decisions
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Communicate those decisions effectively
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Unable to manage their affairs
This standard is defined under Virginia Code § 64.2-2000.
"Mr. Mays took my call today and answered my questions regarding some needed advice. He was understanding regarding the situation. Extremely knowledgeable and very nice. Highly recommend!"
-Clayton J.
"Professional, responsive, and exceptionally knowledgeable. Chris helped us navigate the entire process efficiently. I can’t say enough good things about his work, and would recommend him to anyone."
-Hannah S.
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