Legal Guardian Attorneys: Oklahoma City Area
Children, as well as many vulnerable adults and seniors, need someone to watch over them and make certain decisions — for safety's sake, financially and legally.
Whether you want to establish legal guardianship of a minor or guardianship of an adult in Oklahoma, a Wewoka or Norman guardianship lawyer at the Nichols Law Firm can explain relevant laws and what is involved in the legal process for doing so. Basic principles to consider include:
- Legal guardianship of an adult can be sought when that person is incapable of managing his or her own affairs due to incapacitation from mental illness or retardation, developmental disability, physical illness or disability, or a drug or alcohol dependency.
- Guardianship of a child may be necessary when a parent is unfit or unable to provide for the child's physical, emotional or financial well-being. It empowers the guardian to make legal decisions for the child, including those related to education and health care.
Helping People Step in and Take Responsibility for Others in Need
Attorneys at this firm are familiar with all the requirements associated with petitioning for guardianships in Oklahoma courts. Some of the more common situations in which legal guardianship may be necessary and practical to obtain include those involving:
- Children whose parents are addicted to drugs or alcohol, engaged in criminal or dangerous behavior, or otherwise unfit to provide sufficient care
- Children of parents who are deceased, incarcerated or institutionalized
- Senior citizens who are alone, incapacitated and incapable of making sound decisions about money or living arrangements and conditions
Child and Adult Guardianship Lawyers With Many Years of Experience
The family law attorneys at this firm have years of experience that can benefit you. If you are considering seeking guardianship over an adult or minor child, contact the Nichols Law Firm today to schedule a consultation. The number to call is 866-636-2486, or you can reach the firm by e-mail or fax and count on a prompt response.
