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Dean, I wouldn't normally suggest involving an attorney if there is no discord amongst the family members, but after learning that appointed guardian abuse has been occurring in our area, I would think twice now if I ever had to apply for guardianship or conservatorship. Be on the safe side; an attorney can stand up to a judge much more easily than someone not familiar with the details of court procedures.
And good luck; you have a good sense of how to handle things so I hope this works out well for you and your family.
I had to send a request into the state bureau of investigation for a background check and I have to get a credit report on myself for the lawyer for him to present to the court.
I am meeting with the lawyer for a couple hours before the court proceeding so that he can tell me what to expect, etc. My mother will be having a home visit by a lawyer provided to her by the court.
I had a neuropsych cognitive eval done by a local respected psychologist that will be provided to the judge so that it is hoped that my mom will be spared the embarrassment of having various people testify that she is not of sound mind.
If you have a lawyer, he/she should be doing most if not all of the heavy lifting on this one. If you are doing it yourself, I'm sorry, that's tough. Good luck.
Is there a "guardian ad litem" involved, representing your mother? Is someone representing your father or was he even served notice as to the guardianship action that would give him an opportunity to speak to the court?
You've done the right thing in moving towards a legal guardianship, and I certainly understand your trepidation going into the hearing. If there are others involved representing your mother's interest or the like, please come back and let us know. It may provide reassurance that your father isn't the only voice that would be considered in the hearing.
Please take care of yourself - you've done all you can do, and just be honest and direct with the court as to all of your concerns, observations and what you've done to try to mitigate the issue. Let the court know your anxiety over your parents. Generally, the court listens. Most understand the issues. You've got this.
Best wishes!