Whether your family is navigating a sudden crisis in Bed-Stuy, caring for an aging parent in Bay Ridge, or responding to a petition filed in Supreme Court, Kings County, the path to guardianship moves on a court-driven timeline. Early legal guidance matters.
How We Can Help You
Morgan Legal Group, led by Russel Morgan, Esq., represents petitioners, respondents, and interested parties in all Brooklyn guardianship tracks:
| Track | Governing Law | Brooklyn Court |
|---|---|---|
| Adult incapacity (AIP) | MHL Article 81 | Supreme Court, Kings County |
| Minor’s person or property | SCPA Article 17 | Kings County Surrogate’s Court |
| Intellectually/developmentally disabled | SCPA Article 17-A | Kings County Surrogate’s Court |
Before any petition is filed, we evaluate whether a less intrusive alternative — a durable Power of Attorney under GOL §5-1513, a Health Care Proxy, or a Supplemental Needs Trust — can meet your loved one’s needs without court intervention. See our alternatives to guardianship page for detail.
If a proceeding is necessary, we prepare the Order to Show Cause and Verified Petition, represent you through the Court Evaluator process, and guide appointed guardians through ongoing annual reporting duties.
Schedule a Consultation
Book a 30-minute call with Russel Morgan, Esq. — available to Brooklyn families across all five boroughs.
For contested matters, visit our contested guardianship page. For an overview of the process, start with Article 81 guardianship or our guardianship overview.
Further reading from Morgan Legal Group: how Article 81 guardianship works.