by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Jan 20, 2026 | Guardianship, HWH Updates
Filing legal guardian forms is the first step to establishing a trusted relationship between a guardian and an individual needing care. However, many applicants overlook critical details in these forms, which can lead to delays, complications, and added stress. In...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Jan 14, 2026 | Guardianship
Guardianship protects individuals who cannot make decisions on their own. This legal process allows a guardian to make personal, financial, and medical decisions on behalf of someone...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Dec 9, 2025 | Elder Law, Guardianship, HWH Updates
You may feel overwhelmed when you realize your loved one can no longer manage their own affairs, and you need clear answers about how to obtain guardianship in North Carolina. You are not...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Nov 21, 2025 | Guardianship, Power of Attorney
When someone you care about can no longer make safe or informed decisions, you may start wondering what options exist to protect them. In North Carolina, that’s where legal guardianship comes in. A legal guardian is a person appointed by the court to make personal,...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Nov 7, 2025 | Elder Law, Guardianship
When an aging parent or relative starts struggling to manage daily life, you may begin wondering if guardianship for elderly family members is the right step. In North Carolina, guardianship gives you the legal authority to make important decisions for someone who can...
by Hopler, Wilms, and Hanna Staff | Sep 25, 2025 | Estate Planning, Guardianship, HWH Updates
Naming your minor child as a beneficiary or back-up beneficiary of your life insurance may seem like the most natural choice. Many people presume that financial institutions must have mechanisms to ensure that funds left to a minor are properly overseen until the...
