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What is the process for becoming a conservator - Portland, Oregon.

April 21, 2010

You will have to file a petition with the court to become another person’s conservator. The petition to the court will state that the person in question is unable to manage his or her income and property without assistance, and that property that will be wasted or dissipated unless management is provided. The petition will have to specify what is wrong with the person and give examples of his or her inability to manage financial affairs.

The court will consider whether you are the best person to fill the role of conservator.  Usually the court will appoint a family member. However, if the court believes there is no family member qualified to fill this role, the court may appoint a disinterested third party to serve as conservator. There are professional conservators.

The question of who would make the best fit as the "conservator" is a complex process - Speaking to an experienced Conservatorship attorney can help. Contact the Conservatorship attorney with the Law Offices of Nay & Friedenberg in Portland, Oregon at (503) 245-0894.