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2016 Guardianship Bundle for Attorneys Ad Litem
Contains material from Aug 2016
2016 Guardianship Bundle for Attorneys Ad Litem
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Session 1: The Role of the Guardian - An examination of the duties and responsibilities of a guardian under Texas law and guardianship administration from initiation to closing, including the code requirements of selling and leasing property, ethical issues and more.
Session 2: The Role of the Ad Litem - An overview of the responsibilities of the attorney ad litem and guardian ad litem in guardianship proceedings with an emphasis on practical application of the statutes, conduct in uncontested and contested proceedings and pointers on applications for fees. The materials include numerous checklists, comprehensive references and forms.
Session 3: Resolving Guardianship Disputes - Utilizing and implementing least restrictive alternatives and other options in settling guardianship disputes.
Session 4: Alternatives to Guardianship - A discussion of less restricted alternatives to guardianship, as well as supports and services available to proposed wards.
Session 5: Supported Decision-Making: A New Alternative to Guardianship - A look at recently-enacted Texas Estates Code Chapter 1357, the Supported Decision-Making Agreement Act, with a discussion of the potential benefits as well as the possible concerns, risks and ethical considerations that the law introduces.
PLEASE NOTE: To claim Texas Guardianship Ad Litem credit, you must complete the entire course. At the end of the course, download the guardianship accreditation documentation as you claim your general MCLE credit and submit the affidavit to the State Bar of Texas.
Session 2: The Role of the Ad Litem - An overview of the responsibilities of the attorney ad litem and guardian ad litem in guardianship proceedings with an emphasis on practical application of the statutes, conduct in uncontested and contested proceedings and pointers on applications for fees. The materials include numerous checklists, comprehensive references and forms.
Session 3: Resolving Guardianship Disputes - Utilizing and implementing least restrictive alternatives and other options in settling guardianship disputes.
Session 4: Alternatives to Guardianship - A discussion of less restricted alternatives to guardianship, as well as supports and services available to proposed wards.
Session 5: Supported Decision-Making: A New Alternative to Guardianship - A look at recently-enacted Texas Estates Code Chapter 1357, the Supported Decision-Making Agreement Act, with a discussion of the potential benefits as well as the possible concerns, risks and ethical considerations that the law introduces.
PLEASE NOTE: To claim Texas Guardianship Ad Litem credit, you must complete the entire course. At the end of the course, download the guardianship accreditation documentation as you claim your general MCLE credit and submit the affidavit to the State Bar of Texas.
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The Role of the Guardian (Aug 2016)
Hon. Guy Herman
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Session 1
—58 mins
The Role of the Guardian (Aug 2016)
An examination of the duties and responsibilities of a guardian under Texas law and guardianship administration from initiation to closing, including the code requirements of selling and leasing property, ethical issues and more.
Originally presented: Aug 2016 Estate Planning, Guardianship and Elder Law Conference
Hon. Guy Herman,
Travis County Probate Court #1 - Austin, TX
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The Role of the Ad Litem (Aug 2016)
Hon. Steve M. King
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Session 2
—62 mins
The Role of the Ad Litem (Aug 2016)
An overview of the responsibilities of the attorney ad litem and guardian ad litem in guardianship proceedings with an emphasis on practical application of the statutes, conduct in uncontested and contested proceedings and pointers on applications for fees. The materials include numerous checklists, comprehensive references and forms.
Originally presented: Aug 2016 Estate Planning, Guardianship and Elder Law Conference
Hon. Steve M. King,
Tarrant County Probate Court #1 - Fort Worth, TX
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Resolving Guardianship Disputes (Aug 2016)
Sarah Patel Pacheco
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0.75
Session 3
—42 mins
Resolving Guardianship Disputes (Aug 2016)
Utilizing and implementing least restrictive alternatives and other options in settling guardianship disputes.
Originally presented: Aug 2016 Estate Planning, Guardianship and Elder Law Conference
Sarah Patel Pacheco,
Crain, Caton & James, P.C. - Houston, TX
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Alternatives to Guardianship (Aug 2016)
Craig Hopper, Richard Lavallo, Hon. Guy Herman
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1.00
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Session 4
—56 mins
Alternatives to Guardianship (Aug 2016)
A discussion of less restricted alternatives to guardianship, as well as supports and services available to proposed wards.
Originally presented: Aug 2016 Estate Planning, Guardianship and Elder Law Conference
Craig Hopper,
Hopper Mikeska, PLLC - Austin, TX
Richard Lavallo,
Disability Rights Texas - Austin, TX
Hon. Guy Herman,
Travis County Probate Court #1 - Austin, TX
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Supported Decision-Making: A New Alternative to Guardianship (Aug 2016)
Craig Hopper, Laura Upchurch, Richard Lavallo
0.75
0.25
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Session 5
—44 mins
Supported Decision-Making: A New Alternative to Guardianship (Aug 2016)
A look at recently-enacted Texas Estates Code Chapter 1357, the Supported Decision-Making Agreement Act, with a discussion of the potential benefits as well as the possible concerns, risks and ethical considerations that the law introduces.
Originally presented: Aug 2016 Estate Planning, Guardianship and Elder Law Conference
Craig Hopper,
Hopper Mikeska, PLLC - Austin, TX
Laura Upchurch,
Moorman Tate Haley Upchurch & Yates, LLP - Brenham, TX
Richard Lavallo,
Disability Rights Texas - Austin, TX