New Hampshire Standby Temporary Guardian Legal Documents Package
Definition and meaning
The New Hampshire Standby Temporary Guardian Legal Documents Package is a set of forms designed to create a legal framework for appointing a standby guardian for children. This package ensures that a trusted individual can assume temporary care and custody of a minor in specific situations.
Who should use this form
This package is ideal for parents or legal guardians who wish to designate a standby guardian for their child. Situations may vary, including planning for illness, emergencies, or travel. It also benefits those who want to ensure their child's safety and care in their absence.
Legal use and context
The New Hampshire Standby Temporary Guardian forms are relevant under state laws concerning child welfare and guardianship. These documents clarify the legal rights and duties of the standby guardian, providing peace of mind and clear procedures during emergencies.
Key components of the form
This legal documents package includes:
- Standby Guardianship
- Online Resources for State Child Welfare Law and Policy
- Grounds for Involuntary Termination of Parental Rights
- Power of Attorney for the Care and Custody of Child
Tips on completing the forms
When using these forms, ensure that you accurately fill out all required fields. It is important to check that:
- All signatures are obtained and notarized where necessary.
- You store the documents securely after completion.
- You inform the standby guardian about their responsibilities.
What documents you may need alongside this one
In addition to the Standby Temporary Guardian documents, you might consider including:
- Current medical authorization forms
- Child’s birth certificate
- Any existing custody agreements
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FAQ
Print a temporary guardianship form. Fill it out completely. Have the temporary guardianship form notarized. This essential step assures anyone receiving the form (such as medical personnel) that it is indeed your signature on the form.
The guardian is responsible for deciding where the ward's liquid assets will be held and who will be responsible for overseeing the investments. If the ward owns any real estate, the guardian is responsible for paying all of the bills for maintaining the property such as taxes, mortgages and insurance.
Two lines beneath the guardian's address, you should insert the subject heading of the letter. For example, type RE: Temporary Guardianship of Minor Child, Elizabeth Bennett. Draft the body of the letter. The first paragraph of the body of the letter should name your children and state that you have custody of them.
In order to pay themselves, each Certified Professional Guardian or Certified Professional Guardian Agency needs a court order allowing them to pay themselves. At each reporting period where the guardian submits a report to the court, the judge has to determine if the fees are reasonable and approve them.
A guardian is generally paid an amount which is not more than five percent of the ward's yearly income. The amount may vary slightly, but in no case should the guardian's compensation be fixed at less than fifty dollars for a year.
Specific advantages include: Security Once you are named as guardian, you can be confident that you will be able to provide care for your ward for years to come. Legal Rights You will have the legal right to make financial, medical, and other decisions on behalf of your ward (in most cases).
GUARDIAN: In the event I shall die as the sole parent of minor children, then I appoint ____________________________________ as Guardian of said minor children. If this named Guardian is unable or unwilling to serve, then I appoint ____________________________________ as alternate Guardian.
As guardian of the person, you are entitled to compensation for your time, upon court approval. The compensation cannot exceed five percent of the ward's gross income. Attorney fees and other costs can and should be paid out of the ward's income, upon court approval.
Print a temporary guardianship form. Fill it out completely. Have the temporary guardianship form notarized. This essential step assures anyone receiving the form (such as medical personnel) that it is indeed your signature on the form.