On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | Apr 27, 2020 | Guardianships
The Virginia Department of Judicial Services explains that conservators are fiduciaries who must thoughtfully manage and account for assets owned by the person in their care. As conservator, your duties include submitting detailed accounting reports with supporting...
On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | Apr 25, 2020 | Guardianships
One of the most important estate planning decisions you can make is to appoint a guardian for your minor children. Failure to do so could leave your children in legal limbo for some time following your death. Appointing a guardian for your children should be a...
On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | Mar 30, 2020 | Guardianships
If you have a child with special needs, an approaching 18th birthday may be a cause for concern. This birthday signifies that your child is an independent adult. For you, it means you no longer have any say in his or her medical care or other choices in life. If your...
On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | Feb 25, 2020 | Guardianships
Preparing estates can be done by individuals easily enough. But in order to best ensure that your wishes are accounted for, it may be prudent to bring in support. Trusted individuals, a spouse or your children — people you trust can be granted certain powers in...
On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | Jan 29, 2020 | Guardianships
You have accepted your role of taking care of your aging parents in Virginia, and you have been doing a lot of research about how to be the best caregiver for them. Be sure that you do not accept caregiving myths as facts. U.S. News & World Report tackles several...
On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | Jan 27, 2020 | Guardianships
Many people are used to receiving care from their parents and may have a hard time envisioning a day when their parents will need care. However, some senior citizens may be unable to take care of themselves as they age. In this situation, it is a good idea for their...
On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | Dec 23, 2019 | Guardianships
Some people who suffer incapacitation are no longer able to make important financial and other life decisions. When this happens, a court may appoint a conservator to manage the estate of the disabled person. While conservators exercise power over an estate, they are...
On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | Oct 29, 2019 | Guardianships
There comes the point in many elderly individuals’ lives in which they become unable to manage their finances on their own or care for themselves. When this happens, an adult child or other loved one may wish to step in as a guardian. Before the Virginia courts award...
On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | May 8, 2019 | Firm News, Guardianships
If someone in Virginia is disabled or incapacitated, he or she may be considered a ward and given a guardian. In the event that a person already provided another individual with a durable power of attorney, that individual will act in accordance with the...
On behalf of Craig P. Tiller, Esq., PLLC | Oct 26, 2018 | Firm News, Guardianships
Regardless of their age, a Virginia resident could realize many benefits by creating a financial power of attorney. The individual can designate someone to take care of their finances under the conditions that they specify. Usually, a crisis, such as mental or...
