Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Illinois
Guardianship of a minor
Who can be appointed guardian of a minor's person in probate court proceedings? Must the guardian be an individual?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Guardianship of a minor
The guardian of the person of a minor, as distinguished from guardian of the property of a minor, must be a person. The DCFS, in behalf of the state, can assume "guardianship" in the best interest of the child, in family law cases. The guardian may be a family member, a professional guardian, a friend of the family, or other person who can demonstrate that his/her appointment is in the best interest of the child
Re: Guardianship of a minor
Only an individual can act as the guardian of the person as oppossed to a guardian of the estate which does not have to be an individual.
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