If someone you care about has lost the capacity to make decisions regarding his or her property or personal care, a guardianship application may be necessary in the absence of a valid power of attorney. This can be an emotional and daunting task.
At Sweatman Law Firm, we can guide you through the process in an efficient manner, minimizing the stress on you and your loved one as much as possible. We provide compassionate and personalized solutions that recognize the unique circumstances of our clients.
Offering a Variety of Guardianship Services in Oakville
The Oakville estate planning lawyers at our law firm offer a wide range of guardianship and special needs planning services, including:
- Guardianship for property applications
- Guardianship for the person applications
- Powers of attorney for property
- Powers of attorney for personal care
- Henson trusts for families with children who have disabilities
- Advice regarding the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
- Trusts for care and management
- Advice regarding Registered Disability Savings Plans (RDSP)
- Estate planning solutions
Focusing On the Right Solution for You
Do you have a child with special needs? Do you wish to leave a bequest in your will to a friend or relative who has a disability? Do you have questions about the Ontario Disability Support Program or Registered Disability Savings Plans?
If so, Sweatman Law Firm can answer your questions and provide you with guidance, advice and services that can help you achieve your goals. We can react quickly in a crisis, or help you take precautionary or protective measures through the creation of an estate plan.
When it comes to issues involving special needs and incapacity, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Every person and every family is different, and Sweatman Law Firm can assist in developing the right solution for you.
A power of attorney can achieve many of the same objectives as a guardianship, at less expense and inconvenience. An estate planning lawyer at our Oakville law firm can review your situation and discuss your options.
Contact Our Milton Special Needs Trust Law Firm
Contact Sweatman Law Firm to discuss your loved one's needs with one of our Oakville guardianship lawyers. We are committed to representing clients in Oakville, Mississauga, Burlington, Milton and throughout the Greater Toronto Area.
