The Illinois Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Of Person Of Minor(s) is a legal document used in the state of Illinois to appoint a guardian for the protection and care of a minor child. This document is typically filed in the county court where the child resides. It must be signed by the proposed guardian and the child’s parents, if applicable. The petition must include the minor’s name, date of birth, and address; the proposed guardian’s name, address, and relationship to the child; a list of the minor’s assets; and a statement of why the guardianship is necessary. There are two main types of Illinois Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Of Person Of Minor(s): plenary guardianship and limited guardianship. A plenary guardianship grants the guardian full legal authority over the minor child’s person and estate, while a limited guardianship grants the guardian specific powers to act in the minor’s best interests.