Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator

There are all sorts of forms executors, beneficiaries, and probate court clerks have to fill out and correspond with during probate and estate settlement, including affidavits, letters, petitions, summons, orders, and notices.

Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator is a commonly used form within Arizona. Here’s an overview of what the form is and means, including a breakdown of the situations when (or why) you may need to use it:

Atticus Fast Facts About Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator

Sometimes it’s tough to find a quick summary— here’s the important details you should know about Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator:

• This form pertains to the State of Arizona

Government forms are not typically updated often, though when they are, it often happens rather quietly. While Atticus works hard to keep this information about Arizona’s Form pbgct11fz - Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.

Step 1 - Download the correct Arizona form based on the name and ID if applicable

Double check that you have both the correct form name and the correct form ID. Some Arizona probate forms can look remarkably similar, so it’s best to double, even triple-check that you’re using the right one! Keep in mind that not all States have a standardized Form ID system for their probate forms.

Step 2 - Complete the Document

Fill out all relevant fields in Form pbgct11fz, take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in AZ are long enough to begin with, and making a silly error can push your timeline even farther back. No thank you!

Note: If you don’t currently know all of the answers and are accessing Form pbgct11fz online, be sure to avoid closing the browser tab and potentially losing all your progress (or use a platform like Atticus to help avoid making mistakes).

Step 3 - Have Form pbgct11fz witnessed or notarized (if required)

Some States and situations require particular forms to be notarized. If you have been instructed to get the document notarized or see it in writing on the document, then make sure to hire a local notary. There are max notary fees in the United States that are defined and set by local law. Take a look at our full guide to notary fees to make sure you aren’t overpaying or getting ripped off.

Step 4 - Submit Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator to the relevant office

This is most often the local probate court where the decedent (person who passed away) is domiciled (permanently resides) or the institution involved with this particular form (e.g. a bank). Some offices allow you to submit forms online, other’s don’t, and we while we generally recommend going in-person to expedite the process, sometimes that simply isn’t an option.

It’s also a generally good idea to establish a positive working relationship with any probate clerk (unfortunately there’s enough people & process out there making things more difficult and unnecessarily confusing for them), so a best practice is to simply ask the probate clerk proactively exactly how and where they’d prefer you to submit all forms.

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Different probate forms or processes can require different deadlines or response times for completing the appropriate form.

While some steps in the process are bound to specific deadlines (like petitioning for probate, having to submit an inventory of assets, or filing applicable notices to creditors and beneficiaries), many probate forms or processes are not tied to a specific deadline since the scope of work can vary based on situational factors or requirements involved.

Either way, there are a bunch of practical reasons why personal representatives should work to complete each step as thoroughly and quickly as possible when completing probate in Arizona.

5 reasons you should submit pbgct11fz as quickly as possible:

1. The sooner you begin, the faster Arizona can allow heirs and beneficiaries to get their share of assets subject to probate. Acting promptly can also decrease the costs & overall mental fatigue through an otherwise burdensome process.
   
   Helpful Context: What’s the Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Assets?

2. In general, creditors of an estate usually have around 3-6 months from the time you file notice to creditors to file any claims for debt against the deceased’s assets. If they don’t, then that debt is forfeited (and more importantly, the executor won’t be held personally responsible). So doing this sooner means you have a better idea of who is owed what and ensures you won’t get a surprise collector months later.

3. Not filing a will within 30 days (on average) could mean that the probate process proceeds according to intestate laws (laws that govern what happens to someone's stuff without a will) or is subject to unnecessary supervision by the probate court. And if you aren't directly related to the deceased (a.k.a. next of kin), this could also mean you lose your inheritance.

4. It’s important to file any necessary state tax returns on behalf of the deceased or estate by the following tax season in Arizona. If you don’t, you could owe penalties and interest. This also includes any necessary federal tax returns such as Forms 1040, 1041, or even a Form 706 estate tax return.

5. If a house in the State of Arizona is left empty (or abandoned) for a while, insurance can get dicey. For example, if the house burns down and no one has been there for a year, an insurance company may get out of paying your claim.

If you’re not using Atticus to get specific forms, deadlines, and timelines for Arizona probate, then try and stay as organized as possible, pay close attention to the dates mentioned in any correspondence you have with the State’s government officials, call the local Arizona probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form pbgct11fz, and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.

Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.

It may also be available through some Arizona probate court sites, such as . In order to access the latest version, be updated with any revisions, and get full instructions on how to complete each form, check out the Atticus Probate & Estate Settlement software or consider hiring a qualified legal expert locally within Arizona.

While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form pbgct11fz - Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator f using any other site or resource in order to avoid having to re-complete the form process and/or make another trip to the Arizona probate court office.

Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator is a .pdf, so opening it should be as simple as clicking “View Form” from within the Atticus app or by clicking the appropriate link found on any Arizona-provided government platform. Once you’ve opened the form, you should be able to directly edit the form before saving or printing.

Here’s the text, verbatim, that is found on Arizona Form pbgct11fz - Petition For Temporary Appointment Of A Guardian And/or Conservator. You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.

©Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County PBGCT11f-080516 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED PTT Page 1 of 5 Person Filing: Address (if not protected): City, State, Zip Code: Telephone: Email Address: Lawyer’s Bar Number: Licensed Fiduciary Number: ____________________________________ Representing Self, without a Lawyer or Attorney for Petitioner OR Respondent SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN ____________ COUNTY In the Matter of Case Number PB: ____________________ Guardianship and/or Conservatorship of PETITION FOR TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OF Guardian and Conservator Guardian Conservator EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT WITHOUT NOTICE REQUESTED ___________________________________ an Adult UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY: INFORMATION REQUIRED BY ARIZONA LAW (A.R.S. § 14-5401) 1.Information about person to be protected by this temporary order: Name: Date of birth: Address: 2. INFORMATION ABOUT OTHER COURT or AGENCY INVOLVEMENT A.Oth er Court Cases (Mark the box beside the statements below that are TRUE.) 1. Divorce, Legal Separation, or Paternity cases with court orders There ar e NO Divorce, Legal Separation, or Paternity court orders or cases, that include legal decision-making (custody) or parenting time (visitation) matters for the alleged incapacitated person. YES , a Court Order exists for a Divorce, Legal Separation, or Paternity case involving the alleged incapacitated person. ●The name of Arizona or other state Court where the above case is located:______________. ● The name of the Arizona or other state case number for the above case is ______________. FOR CLERK’S USE ONLY Case No. ______ ©Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County PBGCT11f-080516 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED PTT Page 2 of 5 The above case involved legal decision-making )legal custody) or parenting time (visitation). ●The petitioner or proposed guardian in the above-named case is: A parent of the alleged incapacitated person – or A nonparent who has been awarded legal decision-making for the alleged incapacitated person. I attached a copy of the most recent court order regarding legal decision-making (legal custody) or parenting time (visitation) from the (Divorce, Legal Separation or Paternity) mentioned above. (On the top margin of the attached court order copy, write “Attachment for Question 2.A.) 2.Oth er Guardianship or Conservatorship cases with court orders No Guardian or Conservator was appointed by court order in any other court, and no Guardianship and/or Conservatorship court proceedings are pending for such appointment; Som eone was appointed Guardian and/or Conservator, or Guardianship and/or Conservatorship court proceedings are pending. (If “yes”, provide details below.) Name:__________________________________ Address:___________________________________________________________________ Telephone:________________________ Date of Birth:______________________________ Relationship to the person to be protected is:______________________________________ Was appointed GUARDIAN OR  CONSERVATOR for the alleged incapacitated. Name of Court:______________________________________________________________________ Located in: City and State:_____________________________________________________________ Date Appointed:___________________________ Other Details: ___________________________________________________________________________________ B.Ag ency Involvement (Place a check mark beside the statements below that are true.) A s tate or local agency is NOT, or has NOT been involved or concerned with the alleged incapacitated person. Yes, a state or local agency is, or has been involved or concerned with the alleged incapacitated person. The following state or local agency has a case with or has checked on the alleged incapacitated person: (Mark the box beside the agency involved, and write in the date of involvement) Di vision of Aging and Adult Services ________________________________ Department of Child Safety Division of Developmental Disabilities Police Other Agency: ____________________________ 3.Reasons for temporary appointment. The temporary appointment of a guardian and/or conservator is necessary because: (Explain why the temporary appointment is necessary.) 4.Petitioner’s relationship to the person you say needs a guardian and/or conservator: Case No. ______ ©Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County PBGCT11f-080516 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED PTT Page 3 of 5 5.Why should this court choose the person you say should be the guardian/ conservator: 6.Information about person to be appointed guardian/conservator (if different person than Petitioner) Name: Telephone: Address: Date of Birth: Relationship to the proposed incapacitated and/or protected person: 7.To the best of my knowledge, (check one box): No Guardian or Conservator has been appointed in any other court, and no court proceedings are pending for such appointment; Someone has been appointed or court proceedings are pending (explain who, when, in what court, and if appointee is guardian or conservator): Complete 8 and 9 only if this temporary appointment is an emergency. If this is not an emergency, skip to number 10. 8.Emergency Situation. This case is an emergency and the appointment is necessary without notice to the person whom I say needs the guardian and/or conservator, or his/her attorney, because (explain her e in detail why this needs to be done right away and without notice) Case No. ______ ©Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County PBGCT11f-080516 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED PTT Page 4 of 5 9.Physician’s Report. Complete this only if the person you say needs the temporary guardian or conservator is an ADULT: An affidavit or physician's report describing need for a guardian and/or conservator and reason for emergency is attached to this Petition. is not attached to this Petition (explain why not). 10.Persons Entitled to Notice under Arizona law, A.R.S. 14-5309 (adults), 5207 (minors) and 14-5310 ( emergency) for guardians and 14-5405 (adults and minors) and 14-5401 for conservators. I have: ( check one box) Given notice to the person who needs a guardian and/or conservator, or his/her attorney, or others as follows: Name Address RELATIONSHIP to Person Who Needs Guardian or Conservator and how NOTICE was given A. B. C. D. OR Not given notice to the person who needs a guardian and/or conservator, or his/her attorney, or others because (explain here why no advance notice about this court case should be given). I promise I will give notice by personal service to the person who needs protection, his or her attorney, and all others required by law no later than 72 hours after the judge signs the Temporary Order: Case No. ______ ©Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County PBGCT11f-080516 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED PTT Page 5 of 5 REQUESTS TO THE COURT: 1. To find that the person about whom this petition is filed is in need of a temporary guardian and/or conservator. 2. Check this box only if you are asking for an emergency appointment without notice, and have completed questions 9: To find that an emergency exists and this temporary order is necessary without notice to the person I say needs the guardian and/or conservator, or his/her attorney; 3. To appoint the person identified in this petition as the temporary guardian and/or conservator for that person until a court hearing can take place on this matter, or until further order of the court. OATH OR AFFIRMATION AND VERIFICATION I swear or affirm that the information on this document is true and correct under penalty of perjury. Signature Date STATE OF COUNTY OF Subscribed and sworn to or affirmed before me this: by (date) . (notary seal) Deputy Clerk or Notary Public