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Our Offices
Arizona Office
1820 East Ray Road
Chandler, Arizona 85225
(602) 281-4335
Nebraska Office
701 P Street, Suite 304
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 438-6900
Guardianship and Conservatorship Services at Thies and Cook Law

Guardianships &
Conservatorships

Compassionate legal guidance for families seeking to protect and care for vulnerable loved ones through guardianship and conservatorship arrangements.

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Why Choose Us

Compassionate Legal Support

At Thies & Cook, we understand the emotional challenges families face when a loved one can no longer care for themselves independently.

Our experienced team provides guidance through the guardianship and conservatorship process, helping you make informed decisions to protect and support vulnerable family members. We offer both contested and uncontested representation, with competitive flat-rate fees for simple, uncontested guardianships.

Compassionate Care

Understanding support for families navigating difficult decisions.

Comprehensive Protection

Full-service legal support for both personal and financial matters.

Experienced Guidance

Expert navigation through complex legal requirements and procedures.

40+ Years Combined
Experience
Our Solutions

Comprehensive Protection Services

We offer expert legal guidance for all aspects of guardianship and conservatorship to ensure the best possible care for your loved ones.

Guardianship Services

  • Adult guardianship proceedings
  • Minor guardianship arrangements
  • Medical decision authority
  • Personal care oversight

Conservatorship Services

  • Financial management authority
  • Asset protection measures
  • Property management
  • Financial decision making

Legal Proceedings

  • Contested proceedings
  • Uncontested arrangements
  • Court documentation
  • Hearing representation

Ongoing Support

  • Annual reporting guidance
  • Compliance assistance
  • Modification support
  • Legal consultation
Our Approach

The Appointment Process

We guide you through each stage of establishing guardianship or conservatorship with clear communication and compassionate support.

1

Initial Assessment

We evaluate your situation and determine the most appropriate legal protections needed for your loved one.

2

Court Filing

Our team prepares and files all necessary documentation to initiate the legal proceedings.

3

Legal Proceedings

We represent you through court hearings and ensure all legal requirements are met for appointment.

4

Implementation

Upon appointment, we help you understand your duties and establish effective care procedures.

Common Questions

Guardianship & Conservatorship FAQs

Find answers to commonly asked questions about guardianship and conservatorship arrangements.

What's the difference between guardianship and conservatorship?

Guardianship grants authority over personal care decisions, including medical care and living arrangements, while conservatorship involves managing financial matters and property.

When is guardianship necessary?

Guardianship may be needed when an individual can no longer make sound decisions about their personal care due to physical or mental conditions that affect their capacity.

What are guardian responsibilities?

Guardians make decisions about living arrangements, medical care, education, and daily care needs. They must also file regular reports with the court about the protected person's condition.

How long does the process take?

The timeline varies depending on whether the case is contested. Uncontested matters can be resolved in a few months, while contested cases may take longer.

Need Guardianship Support?

Contact our experienced team today to discuss how we can help protect and care for your loved one.

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Our experienced team is here to help you navigate complex legal matters with confidence.

Our Offices

Arizona Office

1820 East Ray Road
Chandler, Arizona 85225

(602) 281-4335

Nebraska Office

701 P Street, Suite 304
Lincoln, NE 68508

(402) 438-6900

Meet Our Team

Brad M. Thies

Attorney

About

After growing up in small town Nebraska and deciding early on he wanted to pursue a legal career, Brad attended Dana College in Blair, Nebraska, where he obtained degrees in Psychology and Business Management. While attending the University of Nebraska, College of Law, Brad was hired for an internship with a local criminal defense attorney who relied on him to perform all legal research and briefing involving a variety of procedural and constitutional criminal issues.

Brad placed 1st in the Allen Moot Court Competition receiving the award for best brief with the finals of the competition determined by three members of the Nebraska Supreme Court. During his third year of law school, Brad qualified as a Senior Certified Law Student that allowed him to attend and participate in numerous hearings and oral arguments in the county and federal trial courts and brief and argue an appeal in the Nebraska Court of Appeals.

Upon graduation, Brad moved to Arizona where he has practiced law since 2001. With the goal of giving back to his home state of Nebraska, Brad will also be seeking admission to practice law in Nebraska. Brad has accumulated valuable experience in civil litigation that provided the foundation for his practice in probate administration and litigation. He has represented individuals, small businesses, and large corporate entities in litigation across state and federal courts, arbitration forums, administrative hearings and the appeals process.

Brad believes quality advocacy and a strong attorney-client relationship are of paramount importance when dealing with legal matters that can be stressful, adversarial and complex. His approach involves working closely with clients to resolve existing issues by offering aggressive, reasonable, and economically feasible solutions, while providing advice to limit potential exposure to future legal disputes.

In his spare time, Brad enjoys spending time with his family (wife and dogs) and undertaking home improvement projects relying on his prior construction experience. Being born and raised in Nebraska, Brad also enjoys college football season and cheering on the Nebraska Cornhuskers.

Practice Areas

Current Areas of Focus
  • Probate Administration
  • Probate Litigation
  • Guardianships & Conservatorships
  • Business Planning
  • Gun Trusts
  • Probate and Trust Administration
Additional Areas of Practice
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Business Law & Contracts
  • Injury Defense and Prosecution
  • Commercial and Divorce Collections
  • Civil & Tort Litigation
  • Construction Law & Litigation
  • Business Litigation

Education

  • J.D., University of Nebraska College of Law
  • B.S., Psychology and Business Management, Dana College

Bar Admissions

  • State Bar of Arizona
  • U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

Justin J. Cook

Attorney

About

Justin grew up on a large working farm and ranch in North Central Nebraska. Raised surrounded by agriculture, he started working on the family farm at a very young age and quickly developed a strong work ethic, which he maintains today. As a Hastings College graduate, he received his law degree from the University of Nebraska in 2001.

After working as an associate, in 2003 Justin started his own law firm, Lincoln Law, LLC, located in Lincoln, Nebraska. While practicing in Lincoln, Justin built a successful practice in the areas of commercial litigation and criminal defense. He also used his experience in agriculture and construction to build a reputation representing numerous parties with transactions and litigation/dispute resolution.

Currently, Justin has shifted his focus and is using past experience associated with poor and nonexistent estate planning, involving the family farm on which he grew up, to help those in need of estate planning and probate litigation. In his free time he enjoys spending time outdoors and training Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Practice Areas

Current Areas of Focus
  • Estate Planning
  • Probate Administration
  • Probate Litigation
  • Agricultural Law and Ag-Focused Representation
  • Business Planning
  • Construction Law
Additional Areas of Practice
  • Criminal Defense (Federal & State)
  • Administrative Proceedings
  • Mediation Services
  • Trust Litigation
  • Commercial Law

Education

  • J.D., University of Nebraska College of Law
  • B.A., Hastings College

Bar Admissions

  • State Bar of Nebraska
  • U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
  • State Bar of Arizona

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