What’s the Difference Between a Guardianship and a Conservatorship?

What’s the Difference Between a Guardianship and a Conservatorship?

Establish who makes health care and financial decisions for you in Flushing, MI


Typically, a guardian is someone appointed to make health care decisions on your behalf, while a conservator is appointed to make financial decisions on your behalf. Wright & Metcalf Attorneys at Law PC can act as a fiduciary for you. If you need to file for a guardianship or have questions about the process, your attorney is here for you. Call now to schedule a consultation with an experienced attorney in Flushing, MI.

Who needs a guardian or conservator?

While you might think of a guardian as someone you appoint to take care of your children in the event of your death, there are other people who might require a guardian or conservator. They may include:

  • An elderly parent
  • A mentally disabled adult child
  • A sibling with a brain injury

Make sure you’re taking the right steps to secure a guardianship or conservatorship. Contact Wright & Metcalf Attorneys at Law today.

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