Guardianships Attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma

One of the most important things that a parent can do to protect their child in the event of an emergency is to establish guardianship for them. By selecting a person to care for your child in the event that you are physically unable, you protect your child from entering into the foster care system or being placed with a family member not to your choosing.

When devising your estate plan, the care of your children is likely your foremost concern. Attorney Todd Alexander has more than 30 years of experience in this area of the law. He and his staff can provide you with sound advice and professional assistance with crucial decisions about the financial support, protection, and guardianship of your children.

Establishing Support For Your Loved Ones

Choosing A Guardian For Your Child

It is appropriate to select and name a guardian who will raise your children according to your parental philosophies. You should be aware that sometimes the court may reject a guardian who it finds is unwilling or unable to care for your child. Todd suggests that you name an alternative guardian who can step into the role if your primary guardian choice is unavailable or rejected by the court. We also recommend that you thoroughly discuss your decision with your chosen guardian to make sure the guardian is willing and prepared to accept the full responsibility of caring for your child as you wish.

Importance Of A Making A Will

Naming a guardian for your children is especially important if you are a single parent or in case both parents die at the same time. If you have not named a guardian, the court appoints the guardian for your children — and may make a very different decision about that than you would have. Assert your right to make such parenting decisions and have them enforced by drafting a will — and updating it if the guardian you have designated dies or becomes incapacitated.

Caring For An Incapacitated Adult

We can help you arrange for the care of an elderly parent or disabled adult child. Todd Alexander, Attorney at Law can guide you in choosing a conservator whom you can trust to manage the financial needs of your loved ones according to your wishes.