Probate
GC-248: Duties of Guardian (Probate)
Fillable PDFJudicial Council of California
This form lists all the legal responsibilities and duties that a guardian must follow when caring for a minor or incapacitated person's personal, financial, and medical needs. Parents, family members, or appointed guardians use this form to understand their obligations and ensure they are properly managing the ward's estate and wellbeing as required by law.
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Forms that go with GC-248
GC-251RequiredConfidential Guardianship Status ReportThe Confidential Guardian Screening Form is required to be submitted by the proposed guardian when seeking appointment, and GC-248 is provided upon approval.›GC-240Often filed with itOrder Appointing Guardian or Extending Guardianship of the PersonThe Request for Appointment of Legal Counsel is commonly filed in conjunction with a Petition for Reconsideration when a conservatee or ward wishes to have legal representation during the reconsideration proceedings.›GC-250Next stepLetters of GuardianshipThe Notice of Hearing on Petition for Reconsideration is commonly filed alongside or shortly after GC-248 to schedule and notify parties of the reconsideration hearing.›GC-210Next stepPetition for Appointment of Guardian of MinorThe Petition for Appointment of Guardian of Minor must be filed to initiate the guardianship proceeding, after which GC-248 is issued to the appointed guardian.›