Guardianship

Guardianship of Incompetent Person

This is used when a person over the age of 18 has a developmental disability, or a doctor will complete an evaluation stating that the person is incompetent. It may be necessary to hire an attorney to assist you with this procedure. A Guardian ad Litem MUST be hired to represent the proposed Ward.

You may come to the Register in Probate Office to purchase a forms packet for a fee or see Guardianship of Individual Guideline (PDF) for a listing of the forms required and steps that need to be taken in this type of guardianship.

Guardianship Forms

See Guardian Powers (PDF) for more information on a Guardian's duties and responsibilities.

Guardianship of Minor

This is used when a person is under the age of 18.

You may come to the Register in Probate Office to purchase a forms packet for a fee or consult this listing of the forms required and steps that need to be taken for each type of guardianship. It may be necessary to hire an attorney to assist you with this procedure. A Guardian ad Litem must be hired to represent the proposed Ward. These fees are generally paid by the petitioner.

• Guardianship of Minor Guideline (PDF)
• Minor Guardianship of Estate (PDF)
• Full Guardianship of Minor (PDF)
• Limited Guardianship of Minor (PDF)
• Temporary Guardianship of Minor (PDF)
• Emergency Guardianship of Minor (PDF)

Protective Placement

This may be required by statute with an adult guardianship. Please refer to Wis. Stat. 55.

You may come to the Register in Probate Office to purchase a forms packet for a fee or see Protective Placement/Services Guideline (PDF) for a listing of the forms required and steps that need to be taken in this type of guardianship.

Protective Placement Forms

Appointment of Successor Guardian (Without a Hearing)

If a Guardian is no longer able to act for any reason, including death, a Successor Guardian may be appointed by completing the Successor Guardian procedure. You may come to the Register in Probate Office for a forms packet or see Appointment of Successor Guardian Guideline (PDF) for a listing of the forms required and steps that need to be taken in this type of proceeding.

Successor Guardian (Without a Hearing) Forms

Appointment of Standby or Successor Guardian (With a Hearing)

If there is opposition to the appointment of a Successor Guardian or if you are petitioning for a Standby Guardian (someone who will assume the duties of the present guardian if they die, become incapacitated, or resign), a hearing will be required. You may come to the Register in Probate Office for a forms packet or see Appointment of Standby or Successor Guardian Guideline (PDF) for a listing of the forms required and steps that need to be taken in this type of proceeding. It may be necessary to hire an attorney to assist you with this procedure. A Guardian ad Litem MUST be hired to represent the Ward.

Standby or Successor (With a Hearing) Forms