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When it comes to the potential for mental incapacity, advanced planning is always ideal. However, sometimes the unthinkable occurs before arrangements can be made, rendering a loved one unable to manage their property and/or care and without a person in place to make decisions on their behalf. When a person becomes incapacitated without a Power of Attorney in place, the right to make decisions on their behalf defaults to the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT).
An application to replace the PGT as guardian under the Substitute Decisions Act may become necessary in such cases; this can be an emotional and overwhelming task for the applicant. Our lawyers have the knowledge and experience to guide you through this process with care and compassion.
The lawyers at Sweatman Law are experienced with the guardianship application process. We will help you navigate it as efficiently as possible to minimize stress on you and your family.
Like an Estate Trustee, a guardian is required to keep detailed records of the incapacitated person’s finances and may be required to pass accounts. In addition, the guardian may be tasked with making critical medical decisions while keeping the best interests and last known wishes of the incapacitated person in mind.
Once you have decided to proceed with an application, our lawyers will work to assist you through the process, which involves preparing documentation, including a management plan, guardianship plan, various consent forms, and evidence of incapacity. We will prepare you in advance to know what to expect, and we will outline the process for you step by step to avoid unnecessary delays.
Suppose you have a loved one who is incapacitated and you believe that their attorney for property or care is not looking out for their best interests. In that case, it is possible to apply for guardianship to take over the management of your loved one’s affairs.
We can advise you on the best course of action for your unique situation and assist you with the application process if you choose to proceed.
To learn more about Guardianship and how we can help you, contact Sweatman Law Firm online. Our estate planning lawyers are committed to representing clients in Oakville, Milton, Georgetown, and throughout Halton Region.
SWEATMAN LAW FIRM OAKVILLE
217 Speers Rd, Unit 14
Oakville, ON, L6K 0J3
Phone: 905.337.3307
Fax: 905.337.3309
SWEATMAN LAW FIRM MISSISSAUGA
1136 Lorne Park Road
Mississauga, ON, L5H 3A4
Phone: 905.822.3111
Fax: 905.822.9103
SWEATMAN LAW FIRM MILTON
245 Commercial St, Unit 101
Milton, ON, L9T 2J3
Phone: 905.875.2400
Fax: 905.337.3309
SWEATMAN LAW FIRM GEORGETOWN
145 Mill St.
Georgetown, ON, L7G 2C2
Phone: 905.877.0121
Fax: 905.337.3309