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Welfare Guardian and Property Manager (PPPR)

Our team here at Schnauer & Co (SCO) play a crucial role in assisting with the appointment of a Welfare Guardian and Property Manager. Here’s how we can help:

  • Understanding the Process: Our team can explain the legal requirements and procedures involved in appointing a Welfare Guardian and Property Manager under the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 (PPPR Act).
  • Eligibility and Criteria: We can help determine if your situation meets the criteria for needing a Welfare Guardian or Property Manager.  If the threshold is met, we can assist you with preparing an application for the court.
  • Documentation: Our lawyers can assist in preparing the necessary documents and evidence to support the application, ensuring all legal requirements are met, including liaising with medical professionals.
  • Filing with the Family Court: We can file the application with the Family Court and handle any procedural aspects.
  • Court Hearings: Our team can represent you in court, presenting the case for why a Welfare Guardian or Property Manager is needed and who should be appointed.
  • Monitoring and Reporting: Once appointed, our lawyers can help the Welfare Guardian or Property Manager understand their duties, including any reporting requirements to the court.

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