Generally, adult guardianship, or conservatorship, are the same thing and different states use one name or the other. When an individual cannot make important decisions for himself or herself, a judge ...

While this may be a hot-button topic in the mainstream media now, our Special Needs Planning team has followed the trends with protective arrangements for years. As a result, there have been notable ...

When someone is no longer able to care for him or herself, or their estate is in disarray, a conservatorship is granted by a court to a caregiver/guardian. It’s a radical step, but typically necessary ...

UPDATE: After 13 years, Britney’s conservatorship finally ended in November 2021, restoring her right to make decisions about her own life. But there are still over 1 million people with disabilities ...

In the now-famous case of pop star Britney Spears, experts agree the conservatorship arrangement created around Spears is far from typical. But conservatorships and guardianships aren't just a reality ...

As the #FreeBritney movement continues to gain momentum, we welcome you to Conservatorship 101: What it is, whether it’s of value and how estate planning is the ultimate form of self-empowerment.