[WSBAPT] Elder law Question

[Mark Vohr]

I have not.  From my recollection all the mediations I have been involved in are post-petition, but see no reason why mediation would not work perfectly well for that situation too.  As with post-petition mediation, it might be a good idea to put some thought into workable less restrictive alternatives to address the concerns being raised by the would-be petitioners thereby avoiding the petition in the first place.  Saves money too!!

Regards,

Mark

Mark C. Vohr, Esq.
Ohana Fiduciary Corp.
Ohana Financial Services
A Washington Trust Company
Mark C. Vohr, J.D., CPG, Principal
PO Box 33710  Seattle, WA  98133
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Thanks Mark.  I should have been clearer in my inquiry:  have you done one to prevent a guardianship petition?

Sangeeta

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Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 2:42 PM
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Sangeeta –

            Yes, mediation is used all the time to address and resolve guardianship petitions – and as an ex parte commissioner, Eric Watness is very familiar with the issues and an excellent person to mediate with.  We have also worked with Retired Judge and former Ex Parte commissioner Kim Prochnau who now has her own mediation services and who is also excellent.

Assuming there are issues that might prevent the straight forward dismissal of the petition, one would be well served preparing for mediation by exploring less restrictive alternatives to address the issues raised.

Regards,

Mark

Mark C. Vohr, Esq.
Ohana Fiduciary Corp.
Ohana Financial Services
A Washington Trust Company
Mark C. Vohr, J.D., CPG, Principal
PO Box 33710  Seattle, WA  98133
T:  (206) 782-1189 F:  (206) 782-1434
mcv at ohanafc.com<mailto:mcv at ohanafc.com>      www.ohanafc.com<http://www.ohanafc.com>

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Hello All,

Had a question come up today:

Has anyone done a mediation to prevent a possible guardianship?  Are there mediation services available to assist families with such issues?  If yes, what success have you had and would love the contact info for these services?

Thanks,

Sangeeta
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