At Westlake Law Group, we represent individuals, families, and fiduciaries throughout Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Calabasas, and surrounding communities in Ventura County and Los Angeles County in all aspects of conservatorship and elder law matters. These proceedings often involve court supervision, statutory compliance, fiduciary responsibilities, and sensitive family dynamics. Our attorneys provide structured legal guidance designed to protect vulnerable adults, preserve assets, and reduce the risk of financial exploitation.

Whether you are petitioning for appointment as a conservator, seeking to protect a loved one from elder abuse, or planning for long-term care and Medi-Cal eligibility, we provide comprehensive representation tailored to the complexity of the situation.

Conservatorship of the Person

A conservatorship of the person involves court appointment of a responsible adult to make personal, medical, and placement decisions for an individual who lacks capacity to provide for their own care.

We assist families with:

  • Petitions for appointment of conservator
  • Medical capacity documentation
  • Court investigations and hearings
  • Ongoing reporting obligations
  • Modification of conservatorship orders

These matters are governed by the California Probate Code and supervised by the Probate Division of the Superior Court. The official statutes are available at https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov

Careful compliance with statutory procedures is essential to ensure enforceability and avoid court objections.

Conservatorship of the Estate

A conservatorship of the estate authorizes a court-appointed conservator to manage financial affairs for an incapacitated adult. The conservator assumes fiduciary duties of loyalty, prudence, and full disclosure.

Our firm assists with:

  • Management of bank and investment accounts
  • Protection of real property
  • Payment of debts and expenses
  • Preparation of required accountings
  • Court approval of major financial transactions

Conservators of the estate must comply with statutory reporting and accounting requirements. Failure to properly administer the estate may result in court sanctions or removal.

Temporary (Emergency) Conservatorship

In urgent circumstances involving medical crises, financial exploitation, or immediate risk of harm, the court may grant temporary conservatorship authority.

We represent clients in emergency petitions involving:

  • Immediate health care decisions
  • Protection against financial abuse
  • Asset freezing and recovery actions
  • Emergency housing placement

Temporary conservatorships require strict compliance with procedural rules and are typically followed by full conservatorship proceedings.

Limited Conservatorship

Limited conservatorships are designed for adults with developmental disabilities who require assistance with specific decision-making functions but do not require full conservatorship.

We assist with:

  • Petitions for limited conservatorship
  • Coordination with regional centers
  • Court evaluations
  • Tailored authority requests
  • Ongoing compliance obligations

Limited conservatorships are structured to preserve as much independence as possible while providing necessary legal authority.

Medi-Cal Asset Protection Planning

Long-term care costs can significantly deplete family assets. Medi-Cal planning involves lawful strategies designed to preserve assets while qualifying for long-term care benefits.

Our services include:

  • Asset restructuring strategies
  • Review of exemption rules
  • Planning for long-term care eligibility
  • Coordination with trusts and estate plans
  • Compliance with transfer regulations

Medi-Cal eligibility rules and program guidelines are administered by the California Department of Health Care Services at https://www.dhcs.ca.gov.

Advance planning can help reduce financial strain while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

Elder Financial Abuse Litigation

Elder financial abuse may involve undue influence, misappropriation of assets, fraudulent transfers, or breach of fiduciary duty.

We represent clients in matters involving:

  • Recovery of misappropriated funds
  • Challenges to improper transfers
  • Petitions for accounting
  • Removal of fiduciaries
  • Undue influence claims
  • Breach of fiduciary duty actions

California's Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act provides statutory remedies for victims of financial abuse.

Litigation matters are typically handled within the Probate Division of the Superior Court, depending on the nature of the dispute.

Conservatorship and Elder Law Representation in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties

Conservatorship proceedings and elder law disputes are handled in the Probate Division of the California Superior Court.

Westlake Law Group serves clients throughout:

  • Westlake Village
  • Thousand Oaks
  • Calabasas
  • Agoura Hills
  • Oxnard
  • Simi Valley
  • Camarillo
  • Newbury Park
  • Ventura County
  • Los Angeles County

Our office is located at 30699 Russell Ranch Road, Suite 210, Westlake Village, CA 91362.

Schedule a Consultation

Conservatorship and elder law matters require careful statutory compliance, strategic planning, and sensitivity to family dynamics. If you need assistance with conservatorship proceedings, Medi-Cal planning, or elder financial abuse matters, contact Westlake Law Group at (818) 444-2022.

Our attorneys bring decades of experience in probate, trust administration, and fiduciary litigation. We provide disciplined, legally compliant representation designed to protect vulnerable adults and preserve family assets. Schedule a confidential consultation to discuss your situation and determine the appropriate next steps.