by Hopler Hanna Staff | Jul 14, 2025 | HH Updates, Elder Law, Guardianship
When someone you care about can no longer manage their own affairs due to age, illness, or disability, you may feel a deep responsibility to protect them. In North Carolina, becoming a legal guardian for adults involves more than good intentions. You need court...
by Hopler Hanna Staff | Jun 9, 2025 | Guardianship, Estate Administration
When a minor inherits estate in North Carolina, the court doesn’t just hand it over. You have to follow a specific legal process to be named the legal guardian of that child’s money or property. If you’re stepping in to help manage inherited funds for a...
by Hopler Hanna Staff | Jun 5, 2025 | Guardianship, Elder Law
When your parents start to need more support, it’s easy to feel unsure about what steps to take. That’s why we’ve created this “Caring for Aging Parents Checklist.” In North Carolina, helping aging parents isn’t just a personal decision; it’s...
by Hopler Hanna Staff | May 21, 2025 | Elder Law, Guardianship, HH Updates, Incapacity Planning
Social Security guardianship rules explain how a guardian or representative payee can manage benefits for someone who cannot handle their own financial affairs. When a person cannot manage Social Security benefits due to age, disability, or incapacity, a guardian or...
by Hopler Hanna Staff | May 2, 2025 | Elder Law, Guardianship, Power of Attorney
When a loved one can no longer make safe or informed decisions, you may need legal authority to help them. You need to know how to declare someone incompetent so that you can legally step in. However, declaring someone incompetent in North Carolina is a serious...
