Estates and Guardianships

Wilmington, Delaware Elder Law Attorney

Estate planning is an essential part of aging. It is important that your assets and wishes are protected in the event that you are unable to communicate your preferences due to incapacitation or death. The staff at the office of Suzanne I. Seubert is sensitive to the needs of individuals that are facing these issues.

To begin the estate planning process clients are sent a form asking for financial and personal information. Some of the information requested may be sensitive and private, but disclosure is necessary to assess your situation and, ultimately, to construct a comprehensive estate plan that meets your needs. Confidentiality of the information is maintained.

Suzanne also represents executors as they probate the estate of a relative or loved one who has passed away.

Lawyer Suzanne I. Seubert assists clients in the creation and interpretation of documents and designations such as:

Guardianships
When an adult without an estate plan is, becomes, or is suspected of being incapacitated, the Court of Chancery may grant authority for decision-making to another, known as a guardian. Adult guardianships have two potential aspects: guardianship of the person, and guardianship of the property (also known as conservatorship). The guardian of a person need not always be the same individual who is guardian of the property. Suzanne represents individuals seeking to be guardian of another person or their property, as well as individuals who are contesting the claim that a guardian is needed. She is also appointed as attorney ad litem to represent the subject of guardianship in the Court of Chancery, and as guardian attorney ad litem in Family Court.

Suzanne also represents parties seeking guardianships of minor children in Family Court.

The need for guardianships may arise when:

• Your loved one becomes incapacitated.
• You wish to obtain decision-making authority for a dependent (adult or minor).
• You suspect financial or physical abuse of an incapacitated or disabled adult, or a minor.

Contact a member of the staff at the office of Suzanne I. Seubert to schedule an appointment to discuss your case. A reduced-rate consultation is available. If you have legal issues in Delaware but live out of state, a phone consultation can be arranged.

The office of Suzanne I. Seubert, P.A., represents clients primarily located in and around Wilmington, Delaware, the city of Dover, New Castle County, Kent County, and the surrounding areas.

Suzanne I. Seubert, P.A.
Attorney at Law

1328 King Street
Wilmington, DE 19801-3234
Phone: 302.661.0400
Fax: 302.428.3193