As you plan for your family's future, one of your most crucial decisions is going to be choosing a guardian for your minor or otherwise dependent children. This choice can profoundly impact their lives if the unthinkable happens. Failing to appoint a legal guardian in...
Guardianship
3 steps for naming a trusted guardian for minor children
New parents are often acutely aware of how vulnerable their children are. An infant needs a parent for everything from nutrition to hygiene. Even grade-school children are quite dependent on their caregivers. A minor child is in a very vulnerable position if their...
Choosing a guardian for your child
One of the most important parts of your estate plan is caring for your minor children. It can be easy to assume that the closest family member will automatically become their guardian if both you and your spouse pass away, but in fact, others can petition for...