- 1). Gain the cooperation of the person who has legal custody of the ward. If the guardian will not cooperate, you must ask the judge to rescind that person’s rights as guardian and provide evidence as to why such action is necessary.
- 2). File a petition of temporary guardianship in the court of the county where the ward resides. You can obtain an application for petition from the clerk of the court. Submit the application and the required filing fee, if needed.
- 3). Attend the hearing on the date established by the courts. If the ward demonstrates that she does not need a guardian, you must demonstrate why she needs one. A medical authority should provide expert documentation to support temporary guardianship of the ward.
- 4). Await the court’s verdict regarding the petition. If the judge rules in your favor, you will receive a written order granting you temporary guardianship over the ward in question.
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