Connecticut Probate and Elder Legal Services
Seamus is a frequent visitor with me when visiting with clients at nursing homes as well as at the homes of intellectually-disabled clients and their families, providing a source of comfort to all.
Attorney Cobb is actively involved in numerous cases throughout the State of Connecticut’s probate system.
Attorney Cobb is an experienced litigator in elder legal services.
Attorney Cobb can provide expertise in matters at probate court involving
Voluntary and involuntary conservator of person and estate
Guardianship
Temporary custody
Termination of Parental Rights
Guardian of the Intellectually Disabled
Will contests
Trusts
Wills and Trusts
Obtaining legal assistance for wills and trusts is essential for effectively managing assets and distributing an estate.
Probate
Probate can be a complicated and emotional process, often needing help from a qualified lawyer.
Guardianship
Guardianship appoints someone to make decisions for a minor or incapacitated person, while conservatorship manages financial affairs. It's essential to engage a lawyer skilled in these areas to protect all parties' rights. We assist with applications, court appearances, and responsibilities of guardians and conservators, ensuring compliance with state laws and positive results.
Conservatorship
When persons are concerned that a beloved family member or a friend is no longer able to meet their daily needs, a conservator of person and/or conservator of estate may have to be considered.
There are two types of conservators:
Conservator of person-a person who helps with personal affairs, who can ensure that someone’s basic needs for food, shelter and medical can be met
Conservator of estate-a person provides someone with assistance with finances
A family member can serve in one or both positions, or a court can appoint someone else, such as an attorney, to serve as a conservator of person and/or estate.
Persons have a right to file to have a conservator appointed and the person who is the subject of the matter has the right to contest the appointment of a conservator.
Our firm has extensive experience representing those who are seeking to have the court appoint conservators of person and estate, as well as the person for whom the action is being filed.
Resources
The Connecticut Probate Court web page is highly recommended reading for those who are considering whether a case should be filed at that court concerning child custody, conservator of person, conservator of estate and other matters. Click here to learn more.