A Petition is filed by an interested person with the Court in order to request the establishment of a Conservatorship and appointment of a Conservator. The Petition must contain specific information required by the Hawai`i Revised Statutes regarding the Protected Person, and the proposed Conservator.
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How do I get a conservatorship in Hawaii?
A Petition is filed by an interested person with the Court in order to request the establishment of a Conservatorship and appointment of a Conservator. The Petition must contain specific information required by the Hawai`i Revised Statutes regarding the Protected Person, and the proposed Conservator.
What is Kokua Kanawai?
The term “Kokua Kanawai” (Helper in the Law) was retained in lieu of the term “visitor” which is used in the Uniform Act. The Kokua Kanawai is appointed to serve as an extension of the court for independent review, analysis, and report.
How do you become a legal guardian in Hawaii?
Guardianship for minor in Hawaii. A parent may nominate a person to serve as guardian via a Will or other signed writing, but the court can appoint someone other than the testamentary nominee since it will always appoint the person it feels will be in the best interests of the minor.
How do you explain conservatorship?
A conservatorship is a court case where a judge appoints a responsible person or organization (called the “conservator”) to care for another adult (called the “conservatee”) who cannot care for himself or herself or manage his or her own finances. .
Why is a conservatorship necessary?
A conservatorship can ensure that a loved one’s personal finances and healthcare issues are properly handled. This is done only after that person is no longer able to make good decisions about such matters. It’s best to discuss that option with the potential conservatee before a conservatorship becomes necessary.
What are reasons for a conservatorship?
A conservatorship is a way for someone to assume legal guardianship over an adult. Families often use conservatorships to help deal with the mounting medical, financial and mental health needs of a parent. The status of a conservatorship is dependent on the capacity of the individual to make decisions on their own.