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​Guardianship

Doctor Letter/Referral:

  • Guardianship Referral Letter with PCME 

Handbooks:
  • Guardianship of the Person and Estate Handbook
  • Guardianship Process Map

JBCC Resources:
  • JBCC Registration Form in English
  • JBCC Registration Form in Spanish - Espanol
  • JBCC Guardianship Training

Other Resources:
  • Attorney Ad Litem Checklist on Guardianships 
  • Order Authorizing Appointee Fees
  • Annual Report
Mail Annual Report to:
Harris County Clerk
Attn: Probate Department
P.O. Box 1525
Houston, TX  77251-1525

​Texas Guardianship Associations

  • Subchapter H. Rights of Wards Pursuant to Sec. 1151.351 of Texas Estates Code


Guardian's Compensation within the Texas Estates Code - Section 1155

TEC § 1155.001 ET SEQ -   Compensation of Guardians and Temporary Guardians General Provision.  
See also TEC § 352.003 for Reasonable Compensation
TEC § 1155.151 - Payment for Professional Services
TEC § 1155.054 - Payment of Attorney's Fees to Attorney Representing Applicant
TEC § 1155.053 - Compensation for Collection of Claims and Recovery of Property
TEC § 1155.052 - Compensation and Payment of Attorney's Fees of Attorney serving as Guardian

 

 

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