Contested guardianship and conservatorship cases in Oregon are often high-conflict litigation matters involving family disputes, medical evidence, financial control issues, and emergency court proceedings. Many people assume an Oregon guardianship or conservatorship proceeding is a routine probate matter. In reality, contested guardianship proceedings can quickly escalate into serious legal disputes involving evidentiary hearings, witness testimony, … Read More

Most families hope that a durable power of attorney or advance directive will be enough to manage a loved one’s affairs if he or she becomes incapacitated. When individuals sign these documents while they have full mental capacity, they are essentially choosing their own future decision makers. However, life does not always follow our best-laid … Read More