Introduction Guardianships and Probate Estates in North Carolina Navigating Guardianships in North Carolina A guardianship is a protective legal measure in North Carolina, typically established when a person, known as the ward, can no longer manage their own personal or financial affairs. This could be due to age, physical or mental disability, or other factors that impair decision-making. The person or entity appointed by the court to manage these affairs is referred to as the guardian. North Carolina law recognizes three types of guardianships: The guardianship process begins by filing a petition with the local Clerk of Superior Court. The...
