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GUARDIANSHIP

When Should a Guardianship Arrangement be Considered for a Loved One?

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Under New York State Law, children under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian should both of their parents pass away, or for those who are developmentally delayed or disabled.

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In addition, guardianships also apply to older adults who are no longer able to take care of themselves, especially if a Power of Attorney or Health Care Proxy is not in place or are insufficient or if (tragically), elder abuse is occurring. 

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We help our clients in several facets of Guardianship including:

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  • Evaluation – Deepankar helps the client/family evaluate the situation and determine whether existing legal documents and support structures can continue or if a guardianship is more appropriate. 

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  • Article 81 Guardianship Proceedings – establishing a guardianship for an individual who is unable to take care of themselves due to old age, Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other factors.

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  • Article 17- A – Guardianship proceedings – establishing a guardianship for an intellectually disabled or developmentally disabled individual. 

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  • Guardian Appointments – Deepankar will work with the client or family member on who should be appointed Guardian – a relative or a neutral, trustworthy third party. He can also serve as both the Guardian and advisor to the appointed Guardian. 

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  • Administration – Deepankar can fulfill the Guardian’s many responsibilities. Filing of detailed annual reports to the County Clerk is just one important thing that the appointed Guardian must do.

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Why you Should Consider Deepankar Mukerji for a Guardianship Matter

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Deepankar has served as a Guardian under the direction of the Supreme Court of Westchester County and has helped others to be appointed Guardian. He is both compassionate and passionate about protecting the at-risk person who is in need of a Guardian and has worked on both uncontested and highly-contested matters.

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He makes himself highly accessible to the Ward and their family.  

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Do you have a question about Guardianship? Contact Deepankar today. 

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DEEPANKAR MUKERJI LLC


(914) 220-8275

445 Hamilton Avenue, Suite 1102

White Plains, NY  10601

 

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Disclaimer: The information contained on this website is provided only as general information and is not intended as legal advice, nor should it be used as a substitute for a complete review of your case by an experienced elder law attorney. All situations differ. By visiting this website, there is no attorney-client relationship established between you and Deepankar Mukerji PLLC.

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