How do I file for guardianship in NY?
A guardianship case can be started by filing paperwork called “Petition for Appointment of Guardian” in the county where the child lives. This paper work can be filed in either Surrogate’s Court or the Family Court. Both Surrogate’s Court and Family Court can appoint a guardian of the person for a child.
What is 17a guardianship?
An Article 17-A Guardianship is available only for individuals who are “intellectually disabled or developmentally disabled.” These are the legal terms used in Article 17-A of the Surrogate’s Court Procedures Act. The Surrogate’s Court can appoint a guardian of the person, the property or both.
What is Petition for guardianship?
Use the Petition for Guardianship of Minor (form CC-GN-001) if you are asking the court to appoint you or someone else as a guardian of the person or property of a minor (a child under 18), and you do not have a lawyer.
What is legal guardianship in NY?
Guardianship is a legal arrangement where a court gives a person the legal right to make decisions for another person who is unable to make decisions for themselves.
How can a 18 year old get legal guardianship?
Steps to take to obtain guardianship
- Fill out forms at probate court and ask for a hearing.
- The court will determine when you’ll need to be present for a hearing to determine guardianship.
- The adult child will be evaluated by a doctor or other mental health professional to determine how well you make decisions.
What is an Article 81?
An Incapacitated Person (AIP) is someone who needs some help to care for themselves or manage their property or financial affairs. This kind of guardianship case is brought in Supreme Court or County Court under Article 81 of the Mental Hygiene Law.
How do I get legal guardianship in Illinois?
Guardianship is a court-created responsibility. In order for a guardian to be appointed, a petition must be filed in the court by an “interested person”. The petition includes basic information, such as the name, date of birth and address of the person alleged to be in need of guardianship.
Where is the family court in Westchester County?
Westchester Family Court – Yonkers 131 Warburton Avenue, 3rd Floor, Yonkers, NY 10701 Phone: 914-831-6555
What do I need to file a guardianship petition?
Using this program, a number of documents will be printed including the guardianship petition. File this form in Surrogate’s Court. You will need the following information with you when you use this program: The name, address and birth date of the person who is intellectually disabled or developmentally disabled (also called “the Ward”).
Who are the judges in Westchester Surrogate Court?
Judges. Hon. Brandon R. Sall, Surrogate Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, Acting Surrogate . Chief Clerk’s Office. Chief Clerk Johanna K. O’Brien. Deputy Chief Clerk Eugene Yates
Is the Westchester County Surrogates Court ADA accessible?
ADA: The Courthouse is ADA accessible and is equipped with appropriate bathrooms and telephones. Contact the court for specific accommodations. ADA Liaisons Parking: Metered parking is available at the library and Galleria parking garages.