Guardianships

California trust and estate attorneys helping you protect your children
When devising your estate plan, the care of your children is likely your foremost concern. At The Law Offices of Denise L. Dirks, we have more than 25 combined years of experience in this area of the law. We can provide you with sound advice and professional assistance in making crucial decisions about the financial support, protection and guardianship of your children.

Choosing a guardian for your child
It is appropriate to select and name a guardian who will raise your children according to your parental philosophies. You should be aware that sometimes the court may reject a guardian who it finds is unwilling or unable to care for your child. The attorneys at The Law Offices of Denise L. Dirks, therefore, suggest that you name an alternative guardian who can step into the role if your primary guardian choice is unavailable or rejected by the court. Our attorneys also recommend that you thoroughly discuss your decision with your chosen guardian to make sure the guardian is willing and prepared to accept the full responsibility of caring for your child as you wish.

Importance of a making a will
Having named a guardian for your children is especially important if you are a single parent or in case both parents die at the same time. If you have not named a guardian for your children, the court appoints the guardian for your children — and may make a very different decision about that than you would have. Assert your right to make such parenting decisions and have them enforced by drafting a will — and updating it if  the guardian you have designated dies or becomes incapacitated.

Contact the thorough estate planning lawyers at The Law Offices of Denise L. Dirks
The Law Offices of Denise L. Dirks serves clients throughout Rocklin, San José and Fairfield, as well as the surrounding areas. Call us at 1-888-893-6195 or contact us online today.