Guardianship Dispute
/ˈɡɑrdiənʃɪp dɪsˈpjut/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal conflict concerning the appointment, authority, or responsibilities of a guardian over a minor or incapacitated person.
The court resolved the guardianship dispute after reviewing evidence of each party's suitability.
Forms
- guardianship dispute
- guardianship disputes
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Commentary
Guardianship disputes often require careful evaluation of the ward’s best interests and involve family law and elder law considerations.
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