<div dir="ltr"><div><div><div>Andrew,<br><br></div>If the incapacitated person has a guardian, they can appear on his behalf, and no GAL needs to be involved.<br><br></div>Ultimately, the proceeds should be directed into a Special Needs Trust to preserve the assets for his use during his lifetime.<br><br></div>If I can offer further info or assistance, let me know.<br><br>
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Estate value per heir is $50-$100K<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Berlin Sans FB","sans-serif";color:#1f497d">I am opening intestate estate – do we appoint GAL for the ward when the estate is opened, does his share go to the state for his care costs?<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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