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Avoid Living Probate: How to Keep Guardians and Conservators Out of Your Estate

When people hear the word “probate,” they usually think about court involvement after death. But probate can also happen during your lifetime. This process—often called living probate—occurs when a court steps in to appoint a guardian or conservator to manage your personal or financial affairs if you become incapacitated. The good news is that with proper estate planning, living probate is often avoidable.