Appointing a Guardian for Your Children

Deciding who to entrust your children to in the event of your death can be heart wrenching. It is very difficult to imagine you not being able to parent your own children. However, the possibility exists, and it is important to have legally designated a guardian in case of the unthinkable. You don’t want the courts to choose for you.

Choose someone you know and trust very well. Make sure that they would want the responsibility of raising your children. This guardian will care for the children overseeing their health, education, and general welfare until they are 18 years of age. Make sure the guardian is in a position to provide appropriate housing as well as a healthy social environment. In addition, lots of love, affection, and guidance are essential to good parenting. Consider someone who shares a similar lifestyle and common values as your family does. Family members as well as close friends often make good choices.

It is best to select someone your children know and love. This way they already have a relationship with the person and trust them. The guardian is not paid for their services. However, the children’s expenses should be covered by the money from the estate.

If you are not able to parent your children, the best substitute is someone like you. You know who that is much better than the court does. Let your mind rest in knowing you have designated a wonderful guardian for your children.

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To appoint a guardian for your children, contact the Austin probate attorneys of Slater, Kennon & Pugh LLP at 512-338-1100 today.