Special Needs Planning / Guardianships & Conservatorships

Special needs planning is a unique form of planning for families caring for individuals with physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities. This planning prioritizes protecting eligibility for government benefits while also preserving assets that can improve your loved one’s quality of life. Special needs plans may also incorporate alternatives to guardianship for high-functioning adults, such as powers of attorneys and supported decision-making agreements.

Guardianships and Conservatorships may be necessary to protect adults who lack capacity to make decisions regarding their wellbeing and financial affairs. Attorneys in CPM’s Guardianship & Conservatorship practice group can help navigate the Circuit Court process to customize guardianships to fit your loved one’s needs and abilities. CPM has extensive experience in the annual filings, review hearings, and fiduciary responsibilities that are required once guardian and conservatorship is appointed.