Legal Question in Family Law in Nevada

I have a younger brother who is mentally disabled. He is high functioning borderline retarded. He can handle most day to day tasks for his own care. He has difficulty with some concepts and requires my help. I have to do his taxes, apply for jobs for him online because he does not understand how to do it etc. While I believe he can take care of himself physically in all respects, I don't think he'd be able to budget, pay all his bills, etc.

Now for the question. He's due a potentially substantial settlement. He has asked me to manage the money for him. What sort of legal process do we have to pursue that will legally put me solely in control (even before himself) of his finances? My goal would be to protect him and his money, and myself.


Asked on 4/11/16, 1:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Paul Malikowski Malikowski Law Offices, Ltd.

Nevada law provides for adult guardianships over "persons of limited capacity", which may include your younger brother. Costs of the legal work to accomplish this are usually paid from the estate being administered or assisted. Your attorney can explain further.

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Answered on 4/11/16, 4:14 pm


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