An Illinois Petition For Appointment as Guardian Of Minor is a legal document that is used to request the appointment of an individual (the petitioner) as the legal guardian of a minor child. This document is typically filed in the Circuit Court of the county where the minor resides. The petition includes the petitioner’s name, address, and relationship to the minor, as well as a statement of facts and grounds for the guardianship, including any relevant medical or mental health information. The petitioner must also provide a list of proposed guardians and demonstrate that they have the capacity and willingness to act as a guardian of the minor. Types of Illinois Petition For Appointment as Guardian Of Minor include Temporary Guardianship, Permanent Guardianship, and Guardian Ad Item.