Legal Aspects of Adulthood

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What We Need to Know: Conservatorships and Alternatives

As our youth become more independent adults and we consider options concerning decision-making, it may be helpful to explore all the legal options available.

Get to Know Your Rights under Americans with Disabilities Act

Explore with us the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a key piece of legislation that protects the rights of people with disabilities.

Administering a Special Needs Trust After Parents Are Gone

The choice of a trustee or management system is often the most important factor in the effectiveness of a special needs trust. Find out here the different alter...

What Is a Limited Conservatorship?

How adults with disabilities make important life decisions is the personal choice of those adults and their loved ones. Come learn about limited conservatorship...

Everything You Need to Know About Conservatorships

Is conservatorship the right choice for your family for your young adult transitioning into adulthood? Watch this video to learn more.

Using a Professional as Trustee for a Special Needs Trust

Family members often fill the role of trustee for a special needs trust, but there is an alternative: the private, professional fiduciary.

Legal Options for Decision Making as Youth Transition to Adulthood

Join us for a discussion on the legal alternatives around decision making, including conservatorships, supported decision making and power or attorney.

Legal Decision-Making at Age 18, Supporting High-Functioning Adults with Disabilities

Are you wondering what's legally possible to support your child once they reach age 18? Various options are discussed in this video.

Understanding and Accessing Adult Services

By Utah Parent Center
Overview of laws that impact transition and an overview of adult services.

Considering Conservatorship? The Self Help Court Process for Santa Clara County

Conservatorship can be an important option for a child with special needs. Learn how you can file for conservatorship with support from the Self Help Court of S...

What’s important to know about a Limited Conservatorship in California?

Are you wondering about conservatorship for an individual with special needs? What does it mean and what does the process entail?

Alternatives to the Conservatorship & Conservatorship | Disability Rights California

This video contains the basics of Conservatorship and its alternatives, presented by Disability Rights California.

Is a Financial Power of Attorney right for my family?

By Alabama Consumer Protection Lawyers
An essential estate planning document is a "power of attorney" or "durable financial power of attorney". In this video, you will learn the pros and cons of a fi...