Power of Attorney (Form and Information)
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This publication explains power of attorney, the act of giving another person authority to act in your place. Some topics included in this article are how to appoint power of attorney, the different kinds of power of attorney and how to cancel power of attorney. This also includes the Montana Statutory Form for power of attorney.
By: Montana State University Extension
Information
Establishing and Maintaining a Guardianship
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Information on how to establish a legal guardianship of a child.
By: Nolo Plain English Law Center (NOLO)
Nature of Guardianship Frequently Asked Questions
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Answers to common questions about guardianship of children, including the guardian's duties and the difference between guardianship and adoption.
By: Nolo Plain English Law Center (NOLO)
Talking With Aging Parents About Finances
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This article discusses several legal options for older people who need assistance in managing their finances or who may need assistance in the future. These include joint checking accounts, powers of attorney, living trusts, appointment of a representative payee, conservatorship, and guardianship. This article also adresses the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative that must be weighed in light of your specific family circumstances.
By: Montana State University Extension
When Guardianship May Be Necessary
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Answers to common questions about when you do and don't need to seek legal guardianship of a child in your care.
By: Nolo Plain English Law Center (NOLO)
Wills
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This article desribes what a will is and defines important estate planning terms.
By: Montana State University Extension
Choosing a Guardian for Your Children
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General information about how to choose a guardian for your children if you cannot raise them yourself.
By: Nolo Law
Family Law Mediation
An explanation of mediation and how it may keep you from needing to go to court.
By: Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)
Guardianship (2007 Montana Code Annotated Title 72 Chapter 5)
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This links to information about guardianship in the Internet version of the 2007 Montana Code Annotated (MCA). These are not all laws that can apply, just some that may be helpful.
By: Montana Legislative Services Division (LSD)
Instructions to Ask the Court to Waive Filing Fees
Instructions on how to ask the court to waive fees to file your legal paperwork.
By: Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)
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