Illinois offers a flexible option for short-term guardianship, allowing non-parents to make care decisions for a child for up to a year with a legally witnessed written agreement. This temporary solution caters to situations like military deployment or illness, requiring consent from both parents under most circumstances. However, it's crucial to consider its suitability, especially for children needing consistent care or those with special needs, indicating the importance of thoughtful decision-making in guardianship arrangements.
April 10, 2024
If you’re exploring how to get guardianship of a child without going to court in Illinois, understanding your legal options is crucial. Illinois law accommodates certain forms of guardianship that bypass the courtroom, such as temporary guardianship by mutual consent and standby guardianship. Our article provides a clear roadmap of these legal alternatives, detailing the procedures, requirements, and the importance of ensuring the child’s protection during the process. Establishing guardianship involves filing a petition with a physician’s report, a court hearing to present evidence, the court assigning authority levels, and annual report submissions by the guardian.
March 15, 2024
In this article we will explain everything you need to know about Illinois custodianships and the Illinois Uniform Transfers to Minors Act.
What is a custodianship?
The Illinois Uniform Transfer to Minors Act (760 ILCS 20, et. seq.) allows one to transfer property to a minor, subject to the management of a custodian. A custodianship in Illinois is a relationship whereby an adult is given the power to manage a particular piece of property on behalf of a minor until the minor reaches age 21. The transfer is an irrevocable gift, and the minor receives legal title to the custodial property. The minor’s guardian will have no authority with respect to the property.
August 9, 2023
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