Scottsdale, Arizona
Guardianships & Conservatorships in Scottsdale.
If a loved one cannot manage care or finances, a court appointment may be needed. We help you review existing authority and the least restrictive path that fits the person’s needs.
Clarify authority for care decisions
If a Scottsdale relative needs a move to assisted living, a health care document may cover some decisions while leaving financial matters unresolved. Bring those documents and the care provider’s specific requests so we can distinguish a signing problem from a need for court authority.
Read the full service guideBring the records that explain your situation.
Collect care records, existing powers of attorney, the proposed helper’s details, and a list of the decisions that need attention.
If you have a court notice, an insurer’s deadline, or a document you have been asked to sign, mention it when you call. Keep the full original and send a copy only through the method our team confirms.
Your first conversation
We listen to the problem, review the available facts, and identify the questions that need legal advice. A clear starting point helps you decide what to do next.
Before work begins
We explain the proposed scope, fees, and records needed. You can ask about the process and the next decision before you choose to hire us.
Meet in person or from home.
Choose North Scottsdale or Gainey Ranch when you request an in-person meeting. Tell us if your matter involves a second home, a business, or relatives outside Arizona so we can plan the right document review.
- North Scottsdale
- 13951 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 234, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
- Gainey Ranch Office
- 7702 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd, Suite 300, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
- Phoenix Satellite Office
- 1427 N. 3rd Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85004
- Phone and video
- Request a meeting format and we’ll confirm the details with you.
Guardianships & Conservatorships questions.
Practical answers for your Scottsdale consultation.
Call (480) 863-6303No. Existing authority, the person’s capacity, and the decisions at issue all matter. We review those points before recommending a court proceeding.
A guardian generally handles personal care decisions, while a conservator handles financial matters. The court order defines the authority granted in the individual case.
Collect care records, existing powers of attorney, the proposed helper’s details, and a list of the decisions that need attention.
Yes. We have North Scottsdale and Gainey Ranch offices. Call to confirm the office for your appointment; phone and video consultations are also available.
The first consultation is free. We review what you need and explain the proposed scope and fees before you decide whether to hire us.
Arizona resources
These resources explain the general rules. Your documents and circumstances determine how those rules apply.
Arizona adult guardianship resourcesMore help in Scottsdale.
Choose the matter you want to discuss. Each page explains a practical issue, what to bring, and how to get started.
Estate Planning
Connect your home and your trust
Probate
Separate estate property from trust property
Trust Administration
Plan for a home held in trust
Powers of Attorney
Choose an agent who can act
Family Law
Coordinate a family change and an estate plan
Divorce
Account for a business or second property
Child Custody
Build school-day exchanges into the plan
Paternity
Review earlier parentage paperwork first
Personal Injury
Keep treatment and claim records together
Wrongful Death
Keep the claim and estate roles clear
Schedule your meeting
Discuss your next step in Scottsdale.
Bring your questions and the records you have. We’ll explain the scope of help, your options, and the next steps in English or Spanish.
- Phone, video, or in our Scottsdale office
- Free and with no obligation
- Available in English and Spanish
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(480) 863-6303