Conservatorship in Los Angeles, California
This page is for families in Los Angeles County caring for an adult who can no longer manage their own needs or finances. It explains conservatorship and alternatives, and links to licensed lawyers with trusts and estates on record.
Two kinds of conservatorship[1]
A conservator of the person can be appointed for an adult who cannot provide for their own physical health, food, clothing or shelter. A conservator of the estate can be appointed for an adult who is substantially unable to manage their finances or resist fraud or undue influence.
Alternatives[3]
A conservatorship is a court case that gives another person the right to make some decisions for an adult. The courts' self-help guide also explains other ways to help, such as supported decision-making and a power of attorney.
Where to file[2]
Conservatorship cases in Los Angeles County are filed with the Los Angeles Superior Court.
Lawyers in Los Angeles, California
The directory lists 9,698 lawyers with an active California license and an office of record in Los Angeles, California; 278 of them have Trusts & Estates as a practice area on record (listed in the directory's source file; origin not confirmed, not a certification).
A license record shows a lawyer may practice. It does not show experience with a specific kind of case.
You can check any lawyer's license yourself with the State Bar of California lookup.
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Questions
Is conservatorship the only option?[3]
No. Supported decision-making or a power of attorney may be enough, depending on the person's situation.
Who can be a conservator?[1]
Usually a relative or friend; the court decides.
You choose which lawyer to contact and what to share. Nothing you type is sent to a lawyer without your say-so.
Sources
- California Probate Code section 1801 (who may need a conservator), California Legislature (official). Checked 2026-10-30.
- Superior Court of Los Angeles County, Superior Court of Los Angeles County (official). Checked 2026-10-30.
- Helping a person with an impairment or disability, Judicial Branch of California (official). Checked 2026-10-30.
This page is general information, not legal advice, and reading it does not create a lawyer-client relationship. Laws change and every situation is different. Check the official sources linked here and talk to a licensed lawyer about your facts.
Reviewed and last updated 2026-10-31. To report an error, write to notices@esqcopilot.com.