When a loved one is unable to make important personal, medical, or financial decisions independently, establishing a guardianship or conservatorship may be necessary to provide appropriate protection and support. Peck Baxter helps individuals and families navigate these sensitive proceedings with careful attention to both the legal requirements and the needs of the person involved.

Our attorneys assist with guardianships and conservatorships involving minor children, aging family members, adults with disabilities, and individuals who have become incapacitated because of illness, injury, or other circumstances. We advise clients on petitions and court proceedings, appointment of guardians and conservators, fiduciary responsibilities, management of assets and finances, required reporting, and the modification or termination of existing arrangements.

Guardianship proceedings can become particularly complex when family members disagree about capacity, care, finances, or who should serve in a fiduciary role. Peck Baxter represents petitioners, guardians, conservators, and other interested parties in both uncontested and contested proceedings, combining practical guidance with experienced advocacy when disputes require court intervention.