A guardian is responsible for non-financial issues for a disabled adult. If an individual's decision making abilities are impaired, a guardian will be provided to make these decisions in the best interest of that individual.

Here, our Iowa elder law attorneys list out the process of appointing a guardian, including information needed by the courts and the guardian. The process involves many steps and you can learn more about them in the following article.

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In light of recent events, we've learned that anything can happen at any given moment. This is why our Iowa elder law attorneys emphasize the importance of estate planning sooner, rather than later. This way, you can rest easy knowing that all of your assets will be handled properly. This article outlines important aspects of estate planning including:

• Estate Planning Documents To Complete Or Review
• Illinois or Iowa Revocable Living Trust
• Review Your Durable Power of Attorney
• Do You Have a Healthcare Surrogate?
• Medical Power of Attorney For Minor Child
  

Probate cases determine what happens to assets after a decedent has passed. Often times, the surviving spouse's rights come into question during this process. Our Iowa elder law attorneys discuss what occurs when settling a probate case in the state of Iowa. This includes:

• Settling an estate in Iowa
• What are surviving spouse’s rights in Iowa?
• Does a surviving spouse inherit property in Iowa?
• What is the elective share of a surviving spouse in Iowa?
• Are there other types of assets not affected by surviving spouse’s rights?
• What if there is no spouse to inherit property in Iowa?

Read more from our Iowa elder law attorneys on the rights of spouses during Iowa probate matters.