Designation of Guardian in Texas Kamilah Henderson Law Firm, PLLC

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Kamilah
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Henderson
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KAMILAH HENDERSON LAW FIRM
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Introducing
Dallas, Texas, home to more than 1.25 million
people, has a historical past and provides a
thriving community for residents. There is much
to see and do here in Dallas and the surrounding
suburbs. Estate Planner Attorney Kamilah
Henderson is here to help you do so with the
peace of mind and financial security for you and
your loved ones.
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About us
Kamilah Henderson
Kamilahs goal is to enable individuals and
families to worry less about their future and
spend more time making memories in the present.
Her law practice focuses on providing legacy and
incapacity planning in the Dallas, Texas area.
She has witnessed, firsthand, family conflict and
the challenge of making financial decisions while
mourning. She finds great satisfaction in helping
individuals, families, and professionals design
estate plans that provide peace of mind.
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Designation of Guardian
If the unimaginable happens, without a
designation of guardian, your children could be
placed in the care of someone you would never
choose to raise them. A judge who does not know
your family decides who will care for your kids.
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What Is the Designation of a Guardian Under Texas
Law?
As recognized by Texas law, a designation of
guardianship is a legal document where you have
the ability to name the guardian of your minor
children in the event of your death or
disability. Upon your death or disability, the
court is more likely to name that person as the
rightful guardian of your child or children based
upon your choosing during your lifetime.
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Duties of a Guardian
The guardian has powers and duties much like
those of a mother or father. The Designation of
Guardian in Texas. may make personal decisions
for their ward relating to living arrangements,
legal agreements or withholding of medical or
other professional health care. The guardian has
a duty to always make decisions that are in the
best interests of the ward.
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Who Does Texas Allow to be a Guardian
The state of Texas often allows the person named
in the Designation to be appointed Guardian.
There are, however, certain instances where an
individual named by you may be disqualified per
Texas Law. Three of the most common reasons for
disqualification are
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Notoriously Bad Conduct
While the state assumes that the person named in
the document is fit to serve as guardian, there
are certain instances of bad conduct by the
designee that would disqualify them.
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Inexperience or Incapacity
A person who is a minor or otherwise does not
have the proper experience to care for others or
manage their estate may be disqualified.
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Conflict of Interest
This may occur if the person you designate is
indebted to your child or you (if the designation
is for guardianship of your estate), asserts a
claim against your property, or is a party to a
lawsuit. While there are many other things to
consider when utilizing a Texas Designation of
Guardian for yourself or your children, this
article is meant to summarize the most common
questions clients ask. Please contact our offices
in the Dallas, Texas, area to discuss whether a
Designation of Guardianship would be a beneficial
part of your estate plan.
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Contact Us
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2591 Dallas Pkwy Ste. 300, Frisco, TX 75034,
United States
1 972-895-8824