When aging parents or disabled young adults cannot make important decisions for themselves, families in Cleburne and throughout Johnson County need experienced legal guidance to establish proper guardianship. At Strother Law, PLLC, we understand the emotional complexity of these situations and provide compassionate support through every step of the guardianship process.
Our firm specializes in helping families protect their most vulnerable members while preserving dignity and respecting individual rights. Many families wonder when guardianship becomes necessary for their loved ones.
Guardianship is a legal relationship where a court appoints someone to make personal and financial decisions for an individual who cannot do so themselves. We handle guardianship cases involving senior citizens experiencing cognitive decline and young adults with disabilities who are transitioning to adulthood. Our experience with local court procedures ensures that guardianship proceedings move forward efficiently while meeting all legal requirements.
Our approach focuses on finding the least restrictive solutions that provide necessary protection while maintaining as much independence as possible. We work closely with families, medical professionals, and social services to create guardianship arrangements that truly serve the best interests of the protected person.
Senior Citizen Guardianship
- Alzheimer and Dementia Cases
Establishing guardianship for seniors experiencing cognitive decline who can no longer make safe decisions. - Emergency Guardianship
Expedited proceedings when immediate protection is needed for vulnerable senior adults. - Limited Guardianship
Preserving independence by limiting guardianship to specific areas where assistance is needed.
Disabled Young Adult Guardianship
- Transition to Adulthood
Helping families establish guardianship for young adults with disabilities who have been disabled since birth. - Intellectual Disability Guardianship
Specialized guardianship for individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities requiring ongoing support. - Supported Decision Making
Exploring alternatives to guardianship that maximize independence while providing necessary support.
Guardianship Proceedings & Administration
- Court Proceedings
Complete representation through all guardianship court proceedings in Johnson and Somervell Counties. - Guardian Training and Support
Educating guardians about their legal responsibilities and ongoing duties to the protected person. - Annual Reporting
Assistance with required annual reports and ongoing compliance with court orders and Texas guardianship law.
Understanding Guardianship Rights and Responsibilities
Becoming a guardian is a significant legal responsibility that requires understanding both the rights of the protected person and the duties of the guardian. Cleburne guardianship attorney DeeAnn Strother ensures that families in Cleburne and surrounding communities understand these responsibilities before proceeding with guardianship. Our goal is to create arrangements that provide necessary protection while respecting the dignity and preferences of the individual.
We work with families to explore all available options, including supported decision-making alternatives that may provide necessary assistance without removing fundamental rights. When full guardianship is necessary, we help establish clear guidelines and expectations that serve the best interests of everyone involved while complying with Texas guardianship statutes. We frequently assist families with guardianship for disabled young adults who are transitioning to adulthood.
Guardianship needs can change over time as circumstances evolve. Attorney DeeAnn Strother assists families with modifying existing guardianship orders when the protected person's condition improves or when different levels of protection become necessary. Our firm also handles guardianship restoration proceedings when individuals regain capacity and no longer need guardian assistance.