Meurer Law Offices, P.C., serves clients in Denver, Greenwood Village, Centennial, Aurora, Littleton, Englewood, Arvada, Westminster, Broomfield, Parker, Castle Rock, Lone Tree, Sheridan, Elizabeth, Kiowa, Lakewood, Parker, Highlands Ranch, Denver County, Arapahoe County, Adams County, Douglas County, Jefferson County, Colorado.
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Guardianship
Guardianship is a legal process whereby family members are able to assist loved ones who are facing incapacity, advanced age or disabilities and are no longer able to manage care or finances. In the absence of advance directive and Powers of Attorney, the Colorado law enables the courts to step in through the creation of a guardianship. A Guardian is responsible for protected person’s well being.
A court proceeding to seek the appointment of Guardian is referred to as a “Protective Proceeding.” A person alleged to be incapacitated or in need of protection is called a “Respondent” unless or until a Guardian is appointed. A person for whom a Guardian has been appointed is called a “Ward.”
Colorado’s laws are designed to protect the rights of those alleged to be in need of services rather than those attempting to protect them. The respondent or the incapacitated person is required to be present in the court room. An absence is only allowed for good cause. The respondent has the right to examine all witnesses. Emergency appointments for incapacitated adults cannot last more than 60 days before there is a full hearing and appointments of a temporary Guardian cannot last more than 6 months. The Respondent is entitled to an attorney and will receive an attorney simply by so requesting.
Our office has represented both Respondents as well as those seeking a Guardianship. Often this involves medical reviews and the appointment of a visitor of the court. The court visitor will typically meet and speak with the Respondent as well the family members petitioning for the Guardianship. Our office is committed to finding a solution to the family’s needs.
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Meurer Law Offices
5347 S. Valentia Way, Suite 220
Greenwood Village, Co. 80111
303.991.3544
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MEURER LAW OFFICES, P.C.
5347 South Valentia Way, Suite 220
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Phone: 303-991-3544
