We prepare and file conservatorship petitions with California courts. Complete the form below to start the process with flat-fee document support.
When a loved one can no longer manage personal, medical, or financial decisions, a conservatorship may be required. In California, conservatorships are established through a court petition, and the process involves extensive paperwork, notice requirements, and hearings. At TrustPoint Disability & Legal Services LLC, we simplify this process by preparing accurate, court-ready documents for San Jose families. We handle general conservatorships for adults who need ongoing support, as well as limited conservatorships tailored to individuals with developmental disabilities. Our flat-fee document preparation services ensure you get step-by-step guidance without the high costs of an attorney. From petitions and proposed orders to notices of hearing, we prepare everything you need to file correctly and avoid delays.
In California, the court must approve all conservatorships, and strict legal paperwork must be completed before the judge grants authority.
In California, guardianship generally applies to minors, while conservatorship applies to adults.
Guardianship: Gives an adult legal authority to care for a child under 18.
Conservatorship: Gives an adult legal authority to make personal or financial decisions for another adult who cannot manage on their own.
Families in Santa Clara County often confuse the two. Knowing the difference helps you file the correct petition.
Gives an adult legal authority to care for a child under 18.
Gives an adult legal authority to make personal or financial decisions for another adult who cannot manage on their own.
When filing for a conservatorship in Santa Clara County, the court requires fingerprinting as part of the petition process. This step helps verify identity and ensures compliance with background check requirements.
Our trusted partner, Fingerscan Digital Inc, provides convenient Live Scan fingerprinting in San Jose as well as FD-258 fingerprint cards accepted by the court for conservatorship filings. In addition to our San Jose office, we also have a Las Vegas branch to serve clients who may need fingerprinting services in Nevada.
By working with TrustPoint Disability & Legal Services LLC for your conservatorship petition paperwork and Fingerscan Digital Inc for required fingerprinting, you complete both parts of the process without delay.
Trusted for conservatorship and guardianship filings.
Standard card used for conservatorship petitions.
Quick electronic processing for Santa Clara County requirements.
Flexible scheduling for petitioners.
A general conservatorship is usually permanent (unless ended by the court) and gives a conservator long-term authority to manage another person’s personal care or finances.
A temporary conservatorship is short-term, granted in urgent situations where immediate decisions must be made until a general conservatorship petition is heard.
Yes. You may file a petition for temporary conservatorship only, but in most cases, courts require that it be filed together with or in connection to a general conservatorship petition. Some emergency situations allow temporary petitions alone, but procedures vary by county.
Typical evidence includes:
Medical or psychological declarations showing the proposed conservatee cannot manage their own affairs.
Financial records (if requesting authority over the estate).
Declarations from family, caregivers, or professionals explaining why conservatorship is necessary.
Courts may also require proof of notice to relatives.
Yes. In general conservatorships, the court assigns an investigator who meets with the proposed conservatee and sometimes family members. The investigator prepares a report for the judge. For temporary conservatorships, an investigator may not always be involved before the hearing due to urgency, but one is usually assigned afterward.
Temporary conservatorships usually last until the court hearing on the general conservatorship—often about 30 to 60 days, though extensions may be possible if needed. They are not meant to be permanent solutions.
Our office is located in San Jose, serving clients throughout Santa Clara County. We are here to make the conservatorship process easier for you and your family.
If you need help filing a conservatorship petition in San Jose or Santa Clara County, contact TrustPoint Disability & Legal Services LLC. We offer affordable, transparent services and Spanish-speaking support to help families navigate this important process.
Address: 434 Blossom Hill Rd, San Jose, CA 95123
📞 Phone: 408-766-3532
🌐 Website: trustpointdisabilityandlegalservices.com
TrustPoint Disability & Legal Services
Registration: LDA268
Expiration: 03/17/2027
Process serving provided by partner Fingerscan Digital Inc (Reg. PS1904)
