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Our Wheaton contested guardianship attorneys will aggressively fight for your and your family's rights and be your advocate in your contested guardianship or guardianship litigation case. Our experienced guardianship litigation attorneys will do everything necessary to ensure a favorable outcome to your matter.
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Wheaton Contested Guardianship Lawyers

Contested guardianships occur when family members can’t agree on who should care for a loved one. These cases are complex and emotionally charged. At O’Flaherty Law, our Wheaton contested guardianship attorneys will help you through these difficult situations and make sure your voice is heard in court.

What is a Contested Guardianship?

A guardianship becomes contested when people can’t agree on who should be the guardian of a minor or an incapacitated adult. In these cases, the court must decide what is in the best interest of the person who needs care. Common reasons for contested guardianship:

  • Family disputes: Who is the best guardian.
  • Allegations of unfitness: The proposed guardian can’t care for the ward.
  • Financial management: The guardian will misuse the ward’s assets.
  • Care decisions: Disputes over healthcare, education or living arrangements.

Our Wheaton contested guardianship lawyers work with families to resolve these disputes and present a strong case to the court.

How Guardianship is Determined in Illinois

In Illinois the court looks at multiple factors to decide who should be the guardian. Guardianship hearings allow all parties to present evidence and be heard. The court will consider:

  • The proposed guardian’s ability to care and make good decisions.
  • The wishes of the person needing care if they can express them.
  • Any history of abuse or neglect by the proposed guardian.
  • The relationship between the ward and potential guardians.

The goal is to have the guardianship arrangement be in the best interest of the person who needs care.

O’Flaherty Law Can Help

Contested guardianship cases require legal strategy and representation. At O’Flaherty Law, we help clients prepare for hearings, gather evidence and get their desired outcome. Here’s how we can:

  • Case review: We review your situation to determine the best approach.
  • Petition filing: We help you file or contest a guardianship petition.
  • Hearing representation: We present evidence and argue your case to the judge.
  • Dispute resolution: When possible, we work towards an agreement to avoid litigation.

With the right lawyer, you can protect your loved one and get the best result.

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1275 E. Butterfield Rd., Ste 108D

Wheaton, IL 60189

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Further Reading from our Wheaton Contested Guardianship Attorneys

Powers and Duties of a Guardian in Wheaton Guardianship

What are the powers and duties of a Guardian of the Person? In this article, our Wheaton guardianship litigation attorneys discuss what a Guardian of the Person is, what they can do, and how to become one.

A Guardian of the Person is someone appointed by the court to make non-financial decisions on behalf of a disabled or mentally incompetent adult.  The powers of a Guardian of the Person are very broad and subject to the review of the guardianship court, which can override the guardian’s decisions if the court finds that they are not in the disabled adult’s best interests.

Read the full article by our Wheaton guardianship litigation attorneys on the powers and duties of Wheaton guardians.

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