Conservatorships
/ˌkɒnsərˈveɪtərʃɪps/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal guardianships established by a court to manage the personal and/or financial affairs of an incapacitated person.
The court appointed conservatorships to protect the elderly person's assets and wellbeing.
Forms
- conservatorship
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Commentary
Conservatorships are typically distinguished from guardianships by the scope of control, often focusing more on estate and financial management rather than personal care.
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