When an adult can no longer make informed decisions regarding their personal care or finances, families are often faced with difficult and emotional choices. Adult guardianship is a serious legal process that requires thoughtful evaluation, careful planning, and compassionate guidance. At Oertel, Koonts & Oertel, we help clients navigate guardianship matters with clarity and confidence, while remaining focused on protecting the dignity, rights, and well-being of the individual involved.

We represent individuals and families in adult guardianship proceedings throughout North Carolina, including cases involving dementia, mental illness, and other cognitive or physical impairments. Guardianship matters require a strong understanding of the court’s preference for least restrictive alternatives, as well as the procedural and evidentiary standards involved. We work closely with our clients to determine whether guardianship is appropriate and, when court involvement is necessary, to present a clear, well-supported case.