Guardianship Litigation
Guardianship Litigation
Guardianship proceedings can become contested when family members disagree about who should serve, whether a guardianship is even necessary, or whether an appointed guardian is fulfilling their duties properly. O’Gorman and Sandroni represent petitioners, respondents, and concerned family members in these disputes throughout the St. Louis area.
Common Sources of Guardianship Disputes
Disputes frequently arise over competing petitions from different family members, objections to a proposed guardian’s qualifications, and allegations that an existing guardian is neglecting the ward or acting in their own self-interest.
Pursuing or Defending a Petition
Guardianship litigation typically requires medical evidence regarding capacity, evidence of the proposed guardian’s suitability, and, in removal proceedings, documentation of the current guardian’s conduct. We build and present this evidence effectively before the probate court.
Frequently Asked Questions
Interested parties, typically including family members and sometimes close friends or care providers, generally have standing to petition or object in a guardianship proceeding.
Removal typically requires evidence that the guardian has failed to act in the ward’s best interest, such as neglect, financial misconduct, or failure to meet reporting requirements.
Since 1985 Sean O’Gorman and Andrew Sandroni have been representing clients in all areas of the law. O’Gorman & Sandroni, P.C. was founded in 1989 on the principles of honesty, integrity, and the aggressive pursuit of our client’s goals.