Archive for June, 2008

Hearings as part of a Will

Monday, June 23rd, 2008

Upon receipt of an application, the Tribunal will investigate the situation which has been referred to it and may make independent enquiries and collect information to enable the panel to make a proper decision. The Tribunal examines documents and hears evidence in much the same way as a Court. The Tribunal ...

Dealing with Disputes as part of a Will

Monday, June 23rd, 2008

Most people with impaired decision-making capacity do not need a guardian or administrator because their family, friends or support network help them make decisions. The Tribunal will only appoint a guardian or administrator if there is no other way to ensure that the interests of the person concerned are protected ...

Role of the Guardianship and Administration Tribunal as part of a Will

Monday, June 23rd, 2008

The Tribunal’s main task is to determine whether or not a person with impaired decision-making capacity needs a guardian or administrator and, if necessary, to make an appointment order. The Tribunal’s other powers include giving directions and advice to guardians and administrators, monitoring, reviewing and amending orders, and ratifying and ...