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To seek guardianship of someone injured in an accident, you will need to file a petition with the court for emergency guardianship.

There are four main types of guardianship for minors in Wisconsin: emergency, temporary, limited, and full guardianship.

Generally, the parent’s rights are suspended, but not terminated, while the child is under the temporary care of an appointed guardian.

When a loved one ages or is unable to make their own decisions, you may need to take over guardianship. Most people think of guardianship as it relates to children, but older individuals may also need assistance in the form of a guardian.

It is critical to assign a guardian for your minor children in case something unexpected happens. Parents typically provide guardianship as part of their will and estate plan. However, there may be times when a faster and more efficient method of assigning guardianship may be needed.