I need to be the Guardian of my niece who recently immigrated to US and lives with us . She is 19 and starts going to school this fall.
I need to know if I can do this myself or it only can be done through an attorney
also please give me an average cost . Thank you
Asked on 8/06/13, 9:05 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
John Smitten
Carey and Leisure
Question not clear. 19 is an adult you do not "need" a guardianship, houwever if you insist on one the price is $3000.
Answered on 8/06/13, 9:08 am
Brent Rose
The Orsini & Rose Law Firm
Guardianship is the taking over of another's affairs against that person's will. You don't have to use a lawyer, but it's a complicated process, and I would strongly recommend using a lawyer. If you can get the person to voluntarily sign, you can do a power of attorney instead of a guardianship, which doesn't require court.
Answered on 8/06/13, 9:37 am
