Why Parents of Disabled Young Adults in California Should Choose a Paralegal for Limited Conservatorship

Preparing to become your adult child’s limited conservator after their 18th birthday is a compassionate, important step—but the paperwork can be daunting. You don’t always need an attorney to complete the forms. A certified paralegal can handle the bulk of the filing for a fraction of the cost, with faster turnaround and a more personal touch. Here’s why:

1. Cost Savings

• Lower Fees: Paralegals generally bill at 50–70% less per hour than attorneys for routine form preparation.
• Flat-Fee Packages: Many paralegals offer an all-inclusive package for drafting and filing limited conservatorship paperwork—no surprise bills.
• Budget-Friendly: Redirect attorney-level savings toward your child’s therapies, adaptive equipment, or living expenses.

2. Speed & Efficiency

• Form Expertise: Paralegals specialize in court-approved templates for Petition for Appointment of Limited Conservator, Notice of Hearing, and supporting documents.
• Quick Turnaround: With proven workflows and electronic filing, your paperwork can be ready in days rather than weeks.
• One-Stop Service: Your paralegal coordinates filing with the Superior Court, schedules hearing dates, and can even arrange for your mandatory background check and doctor’s report submissions.

3. Convenience & Personalized Support

• Flexible Consultations: Meet by phone, video, or in-person—whatever fits your schedule.
• Mobile Notarization: Many paralegals offer to come to your home to notarize signatures, saving you an extra errand.
• Step-by-Step Guidance: From drafting the Conservator’s Information Sheet to preparing Letters of Conservatorship, your paralegal will walk you through each requirement.

General Step-By-Step Process

1. Initial Consultation & Documents
   • Provide personal details for the proposed conservator and conservatee.
   • Gather medical evaluations, proof of disability, and your child’s basic ID.
2. Draft & Review Forms
   • Petition for Appointment
   • Conservator’s Screening Form
   • Name and Address List of Relatives
3. Notarization & Filing
   • Sign all forms before a Notary Public.
   • Paralegal e-files or delivers the packet to the courthouse clerk.
4. Serve Notice
   • Provide notice to the conservatee and interested parties (family, social worker).
   • File Proof of Service.
5. Court Hearing
   • Paralegal schedules the hearing. You appear for a brief court interview and present your child’s care plan.
6. Letters of Conservatorship
   • Once approved, the court issues Letters, granting you authority to manage healthcare, finances, or personal needs as defined.

Disclaimer: Khan Paralegal and Notary is not an attorney and does not provide legal advice or representation. Our services are limited to document preparation, filing assistance, and procedural guidance. For legal counsel regarding complex conservatorship issues, please consult a licensed California attorney.