Saturday, March 19, 2016

HAS ANYONE READ THE ALICE GORE FILE, OR THE MARY SYKES FILE?

Unlike the school teacher and his blog Probate Sharks, or JoAnne Denison and her blog that is akin to yelling fire in a crowded theater, I have strong political views and have strong opinions and bias.

I've tried by these daily e-mails to try to induce people to go to the 12th Floor of the Daley Center and draw out the Mary Sykes filed 09 P 4585, and the Alice Gore file.   I want people to see these files so that the full shock of the perfidy and amoral conduct of the corrupt judges, lawyers, and corrupt judicial officials can be observed in its full infamy.   I hoped to demonstrate the full extent of the nefariousness of not only the elder cleansing but the cover-up promulgated by Jerome Larkin and the 18 USCA 371 co-conspirators in their demonstration of National Socialistic programs.    

To a large extent I failed.    However, if you goggle 755 ILCS 5/11a - 3 in addition to the statute which essentially reiterates the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Justice Department Regulations you will find a check list on guardianship.   This document has the forms and procedures to indicate what a guardianship is all about.  (This document is reproduced infra) HOWEVER, it should be noted that the limitations required by the 14th Amendment, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Rule of Law are largely ignored.  
 
To reiterate - the guardianship act seeks to make a reasonable accommodation for whatever disability the senior citizen may enjoy.   It is not intended as a forfeiture of Civil and human rights.    The Illinois Supreme Court may wish to abrogate the First Amendment of lawyers and 8.3 of its own rules so as to participate in Mr. Larkin's obscene vitiation of the Rule of Law and the oath of lawyers, but such conduct is criminal 18 USCA 241 and 18 USCA 242.
(on the civil side it is a conspiracy to breach fiduciary relationships and a taxable event.)  It is also overt tax evasion.    Each member of the conspiracy owes Federal and State Income taxes, interest and penalties.    With the STate of Illinois on the verge of bankruptcy, public officials (including Jerome Larkin) should be held to a high standard and not given a pass on paying their income taxes due from preying on the elderly and the disabled.

The document referred to supra states:

THE GUARDIANSHIP PROCEDURE: FROM CLIENT INTAKE THROUGH AN UNCONTESTED HEARING 

1. Different Types of Guardianship Estates A. Pursuant to Section 11a-3 of the Illinois Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/11a-3), a Court may appoint the following types of guardian: 

(1) A guardian of the person, if it has been demonstrated by clear and convincing evidence that because of disability, a person lacks sufficient understanding or capacity to make or communicate responsible decisions concerning his/her care.   

 (NB - note the limitation in section 3b and the fact that the guide disregards it.   What exactly is Lack of capacity?   Does the inability to calculate the return on capital in a REIT  require a guardian to be appointed?    Does the loss of the ability to distinguish between blue and gray?    It is submitted that if the individual has the capacity to make will, a guardian should not be appointed - this means if Mary Sykes knew the objects of her bounty, the extent and nature of her property and could perform simple contracts - she was not in need of a guardian.  As the presiding judges admitted on pages 90 and following of her evidence deposition that she was 'wired'  a serious problem of violation of Civil and Human rights existed.    The refusal of government to address this problem is not only wrongful, but a very serious felony.)

(2) A guardian of an estate, if it has been demonstrated by clear and convincing evidence that because of disability a person is unable to manage his/her estate or financial affairs. 

(3) A guardian of the person and estate. B. Pursuant to Section 11a-12 of the Probate Act, the Court shall appoint either a limited or a plenary guardian, for the person, estate or both. (1) If the Court determines that a disabled person lacks some but not all of the capacity as specified in Section 11a-3 of the Probate Act, the Court shall appoint a limited guardian. If the Court determines that the disabled person is totally without capacity as specified in Section 11a-3, then the Court shall appoint a plenary guardian. (2) The Court’s Order must state the factual basis for its finding of either a limited or plenary guardian

2. Who May Serve as Guardian Section 11a-5 of the Probate Act sets out the requirements as to who may act as a guardian. A. An individual must be capable of providing an active and suitable program of guardianship, and meet the following requirements: (1) Age 18 or older (2) Resident of the United States (3) Not of unsound mind  (NB.   In the Alice Gore case, it has been suggested that the guardian had less capacity than Ms. Gore.    The actions of the guardian suggest that this analysis was accurate.)(4) Has not been judged a disabled person as defined in the Illinois Probate Act (5) Has not been convicted of a felony, subject to exceptions as provided in the statute. 

B. Any public agency, or not for profit corporation found capable by the Court of providing an active and suitable program of guardianship; however, an agency which is directly providing residential services shall not be eligible to be appointed as a guardian. C. Any corporation qualified to accept and execute trusts in the State of Illinois maybe appointed guardian of the estate only. 3. An Overview of the Appointment Process Attached hereto are materials entitled “The Guardianship Procedure” which has been prepared by Mr. Anthony J. DelGiorno, Esq., for a prior seminar. Mr. DelGiorno has granted written permission to use his materials. 4. Closing the Guardianship A. Death of Disabled Person Section 24-12 of the Probate Act states that the office of guardian terminates when the disabled person dies. Section 24-19 of the Probate Act states that upon the death of a disabled person and until the Letters of Office are issued, the guardian of the estate has the powers and duties of an administrator to collect. Section 24-11(a) of the Probate Act states that a guardian shall present a verified account within 30 days after the termination of its office or within such further time as the Court allows. B. Other than Death Section 11a-20 of the Probate Act provides the procedure for the termination of an adjudication of disability and revocation of Letters of Office. A verified Petition must be filed by the guardian or the disabled person. The Petition must allege the following: (1) A report completed in accordance with Section 11a-9 of the Probate Act stating that the disabled person is no longer in need of a guardianship; (2) The disabled person no longer wants to be under guardianship; (3) The guardian states that it is in the best interest of the disabled person to terminate the adjudication of disability. If a Petition is filed pursuant to Section 11a-20, Section 11a-21 of the Probate Act provides the procedure for a hearing on said Petition. At the hearing, the Court may do any of the following: (1) Dismiss the petition (2) Terminate the adjudication of disability (3) Revoke Letters of Guardianship (4) Modify the duties of the guardian (5) Make any other Order which the Court deems appropriate and in the best interests of the ward. THE GUARDIANSHIP PROCEDURE The Probate Act of 1975 sets forth the process for the appointment of a guardianship of a person or estate of a disabled adult. See 755 ILCS 5/11a-1 et. seq. The previous lecture discussed the nature of disability as defined by Section 5/11a-2 of the Act. This material outlines the steps necessary for the establishment of a guardianship. Guardianships can be created for the estate, the person, or both. The duties of a guardian of the estate and person are discussed in a subsequent lecture. It is important to know that depending on the type of disability involved, a limited guardianship can be fashioned' . It is incumbent upon the court to fashion the least restrictive alternative available for the protection of the ward. When first meeting with a client, it is important to obtain basic information that is required in a Petition for Guardianship pursuant to the Probate Act. See Exhibit A, which is a Guardianship Intake Form eliciting this information. The information to be included in the Petition is: (a) the relationship and interest of the petitioner to the respondent; (b) the name, date of birth, and place of residence of the respondent; (c) the reasons for the guardianship; (d) the name and post office address of the respondent's guardian, if any, or of the respondent's agent or agents appointed under the Illinois Power of Attorney Act, if any; (e) the name and post office addresses of `the nearest relatives. of the respondent in the following order: the spouse and adult children, parents and adult brothers and sisters, if any; if none, nearest adult kindred known to the petitioner; (f) the name and, address of the person with whom or the facility in which the respondent is residing; (g) the approximate value of the personal and real estate; ¹(755 ILCS 5/11a-14) (from Ch. 110 1/2, par. 11a-14) Sec. 11a-14. Legal disabilities of ward.) (a) An order appointing a limited guardian of the person under this Article removes from the ward only that authority provided under Section 11a-17 which is specifically conferred on the limited guardian by the order. An order appointing a limited guardian of the estate under this' Article confers on the limited guardian the authority provided under Section 1la-18 not specifically reserved , to the ward. The appointment of a limited guardian under this Article shall - not constitute a finding of legal incompetence. (d) An order appointing a plenary guardian under this Article confers on the plenary guardian of the person the authority provided under Section 11a-17 and on the plenary guardian of the estate the : authority provided under Section 11a-18. (Source: P.A. 81-795.) the amount of the anticipated annual gross income and other receipts; the name, post office address and in case of an individual, the age, relationship to the respondent and occupation of the proposed guardian. In addition, if the petition seeks the appointment of a previously appointed standby guardian as guardian of the disabled person, the petition must also state: the facts concerning the standby guardian's previous appointment and the date of death of the disabled person's guardian or the facts concerning the consent of the disabled person's guardian to the appointment of the standby guardian as guardian, or the willingness and ability of the disabled person's guardian to make and carry out day-to-day care decisions concerning the disabled person. A petition for adjudication of disability and the appointment of a guardian of the estate or the person or both of an alleged disabled person: may not be dismissed or withdrawn without leave of the court. 755 ILCS 5/1' 1. a-8. See Exhibit B (Petition for Guardianship Form). Before commencing the proceeding, a physician's report must generally be obtained pursuant to Section 5/11a-9. This form is not absolutely necessary in the event that a person has not been recently evaluated by a physician. The physician report must comply with the statute as follows: The petition for adjudication of disability and for appointment of a guardian should be accompanied by a report which contains (1) a description of the nature and type of the respondent's disability and an assessment of how the disability impacts on the ability of the respondent to make decisions or to function :independently; (2) an analysis ' and results of evaluations of the respondent's mental and physical condition and, where appropriate, educational condition, adaptive behavior and social skills, which have been performed within 3 months of the date of the filing of the petition; (3) an opinion as to whether guardianship is needed, the type and scope of the guardianship needed, and the reasons therefor, (4) a recommendation as to the most suitable living arrangement and, where. appropriate, treatment or habilitation plan for the respondent and the reasons therefor; (5) the signatures of all persons who performed the evaluations upon which the report is based, one of whom shall be a licensed physician and a statement of the certification, license, or other ' credentials that qualify the evaluators who prepared the report. If for any reason no report accompanies the petition, the court shall order appropriate evaluations to be performed by a qualified person or persons and a report prepared and filed with the court at least 10 days prior to the hearing. (c) Unless the court otherwise directs, any report prepared pursuant to this Section shall not be made part of the public record of the proceedings but shall be available to the court or an appellate court in which the proceedings are subject to review, to the respondent, the petitioner, the guardian, and their attorneys, to the respondent's guardian ad litem, and to such other persons as the court may direct. See Exhibits C & D (Physician Report Cover and Report, respectively). At the time of filing, the following pleadings should be filed simultaneously: Petition for Guardianship including a copy of any effective Power of Attorney for Healthcare or Property as an exhibit thereto .² Physician Report (if available) Order Appointing Guardian Ad Litem (requires appearance before judge) pursuant to 755 ILCS 5/1la10(a)³. See Exhibit E. Petition for Temporary Guardianship (needed in the event of exigent/emergency circumstances and to potentially authorize a medical examination of the alleged disabled person in anticipation of the hearing.) See Exhibit F. 2 Pursuant to Section 5/11a-6, a person, when competent, may designate in writing whom they prefer to serve as their guardian of the person or estate, if such appointment becomes necessary. A Power of Attorney (Statutory Short Form for Healthcare and Property) include a designation. Regardless, a Guardian's authority does not supplant that of a Power of Attorney absent the court's order to set-aside the Power of Attorney. See 755 ILCS 45/2-10. 3 Upon the filing of a petition pursuant to Section 1 la-8; the court shall set a date and place for hearing to take place within 30 days: The court shall appoint a guardian ad litem to report to the court concerning the respondent's best interests consistent with the provisions of this Section, except that the appointment of a guardian ad litem shall not be required when the court determines that such appointment is not necessary for the protection of the respondent or a reasonably informed decision on the petition. If the guardian ad litem is not ' a licensed attorney, he or she shall be qualified, by training or experience, to work with or advocate for the developmentally disabled, mentally ill, physically disabled, the elderly, or persons disabled because of mental deterioration, depending on the type of disability that is alleged in the petition. The court may allow the guardian ad litem reasonable compensation, The guardian ad. litem may consult with a person who by training or experience is qualified to work with persons with a developmental disability, persons with mental illness, or physically disabled persons, or persons disabled because of mental deterioration, depending on the type of disability that is alleged. The guardian ad litem shall personally observe the respondent prior to the hearing and shall inform him orally. and in writing of the contents of the petition and of his rights under Section 11a-11. The guardian ad litem shall also attempt to elicit the respondent's position concerning the adjudication of disability, the proposed guardian, a proposed change in residential placement, changes in care that might result from the guardianship, and other areas of inquiry deemed appropriate by the court: At or before the hearing, the guardian ad litem shall file a written report detailing his or her observations of the respondent, the responses of the respondent to any of the inquires detailed in this Section, the opinion of the guardian ad litem or other professionals with whom the guardian ad litem. consulted concerning the appropriateness of guardianship, and any other material issue discovered by the guardian ad litem. The guardian ad litem shall appear at the hearing and testify as to any issues presented in his or her report; Order for Temporary Guardianship (requires appearance before judge and an evidentiary hearing depending upon the county in which the Petition is brought) See Exhibit G. Oath of Office for Temporary Guardian, if applicable. See Exhibit H. Notice of Hearing' (Per 755 ILCS 5/11a-10, the court is to schedule the hearingwithin 30 days of the filing of a petition. This is often not adhered to, but the petitioning attorney should attempt to schedule the hearing in that time frame as it is a legitimate ground of objection later in the proceeding.) See Exhibit I. A Notice of Rights of Respondent should be issued and be served upon the ward. See Exhibit J. This Notice is to be served no later than 14 days before the hearing. 755 ILCS 5/11a-10(f) As referenced in this list of required documents, a Temporary Guardianship may be necessary when an alleged disabled person is a danger to themselves As referenced in this list of required documents, a Temporary Guardianship may be necessary when an alleged disabled person is a danger to themselves or others due to an inability to make reasoned and safe decisions arising from their diagnosed medical condition. The Temporary Guardianship provisions of the Probate Act provide: (755 ILCS 5/11a-4) (from Ch. 110 ½, par. 11a-4) Sec. 11 a-4. Temporary guardian. Prior to the appointment of a guardian under this Article, pending an appeal in relation to the appointment, or pending the completion of a citation proceeding brought pursuant to Section 23-3 of this Act, the court may appoint a temporary guardian upon a showing of the necessity therefor for the immediate welfare and protection of the alleged disabled person or his estate on such notice and subject to such conditions as the court may prescribe. In determining the necessity for temporary guardianship, the immediate welfare and protection of the alleged disabled person and his or her estate shall be of paramount concern, and the interests of the petitioner, any care provider, or any other party shall not outweigh the. interests of the alleged disabled person. The temporary guardian shall have all of the powers and duties of a guardian of the person or of the estate which are specifically enumerated by court order. The court order shall state the actual harm identified by the court that necessitates temporary guardianship. The temporary guardianship shall expire within 60 . days after the appointment or whenever a guardian is regularly appointed, whichever occurs first. Except pending the disposition on appeal of an adjudication of disability, no extension shall be granted. However, the ward shall have the right any time after the appointment of a temporary guardian is made to petition the court' to revoke the appointment of the temporary guardian. The uncontested hearing on guardianship is typically a simple hearing where no evidence needs to be taken--depending, again, on the county in which you are bringing the Petition. The statute provides the requisites for the adjudication of disability as follows: (755 ILCS 5/11a-3) (from Ch. 110 1/2, par. 11a-3) Sec. 11a-3. Adjudication of disability; Power to appoint guardian. Upon the filing of a petition by a reputable person or by the alleged disabled person himself or on its own motion, the court may adjudge a person to be a disabled person, but only if it has been demonstrated by clear and convincing evidence that the person is a disabled person as defined in Section 11a - 2. If the court adjudges a person to be a disabled person, the court may appoint (1) a guardian of his person, if it has been demonstrated by clear and convincing evidence that because of his disability he lacks sufficient understanding or capacity to make or communicate responsible decisions concerning the care of his person, or (2) a guardian of his estate, if it has been demonstrated by clear and convincing evidence that because of his disability he is unable to manage his estate or financial affairs, or (3) a guardian of his person and of his estate. Guardianship shall be utilized only as is necessary to promote the well-being of the disabled person, to protect him from neglect, exploitation, or abuse, and to encourage development of his maximum self-reliance . and independence. Guardianship shall be ordered only to the extent necessitated by the individual's actual mental, physical and adaptive limitations. (Source: P.A. 93-435, eff. 1-1-04.) The Order for Guardianship should comply with the Probate Act as follows: (755 ILCS 5/11a-12)(from Ch. 110 1/2, par. 11a-12) Sec. 11a-12. Order of appointment.) If basis for the appointment of a guardian as specified in Section l la-3 is not found, the court shall dismiss the petition, If the respondent is adjudged to be disabled and to lack some but not all of the capacity as specified in Section 1la-3, and if the court finds that guardianship is necessary for the protection of the disabled person, his or her estate, or both, the court shall appoint a limited guardian for the respondent's person or estate or both. The court shall enter a written order stating the factual basis for its findings and specifying the duties and powers of the guardian and the legal disabilities to which the respondent is subject. If the respondent is adjudged to be disabled and to be totally without capacity as specified in Section l1a-3, and if the court finds that limited guardianship will not provide sufficient protection for the disabled person, his or her estate, or both, the court shall appoint a plenary guardian for the respondent's person or estate or both. The court shall enter a written order stating the factual basis for its findings. The selection of the guardian shall be in the discretion of the court, which shall give due consideration to' the preference of the disabled person as to a guardian, as well as the qualifications of the proposed, guardian, in making its appointment, Set Exhibit K. If residential placement is to be one of the powers of the Guardian of the Person, it must be specifically referenced in the Order Appointing Guardian. See 755 ILCS 5/11a-14.1. 4 In Sangamon County, once the Order Appointing Guardian is entered, a Scheduling Order for filing an inventory and regular accountings must be entered. See Exhibit L. Also at the Plenary Hearing, the Oath and Bond of Representative must be filed and approved by the judge. See , Exhibit M. Remember, that the bond must be 1 ½ times the value of the personal estate of the disabled adult when a corporate bond is used, and 2 times the value of the personal estate when two private individuals are used as sureties. 755 ILCS 5/12-5. 4 No guardian appointed under this Article, except for duly appointed Public Guardians and the Office of State Guardian, shall have the power, unless specified by court order, to place his ward in a residential facility. The guardianship order may specify the conditions on which the guardian may admit the ward to a residential facility without further court order. In making residential placement decisions, the guardian shall make decisions in conformity with the preferences of the ward unless the guardian is reasonably certain that the decisions will result in substantial harm to the ward or to the ward's estate. When the preferences of the ward cannot be ascertained or where they will result in substantial harm to the ward or to the ward's estate, the guardian shall make decisions with respect to the ward's placement which are in the best interests of the ward. The guardian shall not remove the ward from his or her home or separate the ward from family and friends unless such removal is necessary to prevent substantial harm to the ward or to the ward's estate. The guardian shall have a duty to investigate the availability of reasonable residential alternatives. The guardian shall monitor the placement of the ward on an on-going basis to ensure its continued appropriateness, and shall pursue appropriate alternatives as needed. EXHIBIT A GUARDIANSHIP INTAKE FORM Information About the Alleged Disabled Person: Name: Date of Birth: ___________________________ Address: ___________________________ City/Town/Zip ___________________________ Physician: ___________________________ Approximate value of real property* Approximate value of personal property** Gross Monthly Income: Social Security: Other Income Describe other Is there presently a Guardian for this person? Yes No Is there presently a Power of Attorney for this person? Yes No If you answered yes to the question above, please. list the name(s) of the Guardian/ Power of Attorney along with their address and relationship to the alleged disabled person. Name Address City/Town/Zip Relationship Name Address City/Town/Zip Relationship * Provide an itemized list of all real estate, including location and approximate value. **Provide an itemized list of all bank and investment accounts, including name of Institution, account number, and values. Information regarding Petitioner(s) (individuals who will serve as guardian): Name Address City/Town/Zip Relationship Age Employer Name Address City/Town/Zip Relationship Age Employer List and/or describe physical and mental disabilities: Information regarding nearest relatives of disabled person (use additional sheets as necessary): Name Address City/Town/Zip Relationship Name Address City/Town/Zip Relationship Name Address City/Town/Zip Relationship Petitioner 1 Date Petitioner 2 Date PROVIDE COPIES OF ANY POWERS OF ATTORNEY SIGNED BY THE ALLEGED DISABLED PERSON EXHIBIT B STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP OF [DISABLED PERSON], An Alleged Disabled Adult. VERIFIED PETITION TO APPOINT A PLENARY GUARDIAN COMES NOW, the Petitioner, [NAME], by and through RAMMELKAMP BRADNEY, P.C., his/her attorneys, alleges and petitions this Court as follows: 1. That he/she is a reputable citizen of Illinois. 2, That the Petitioner' s address is located at [address], [city], Illinois. 3. That [DISABLED PERSON] resides at [address]; [city], Illinois. His/Her date of birth Is 4. That [DISABLED PERSON] is disabled as defined in 755 ILCS 5/11a-2 due to . Due to this condition, he/she is unable to live independently and requires twenty-four (24) hour supervision for daily living in a skilled nursing facility. [DISABLED PERSON] has no Guardian of his/her person or estate presently appointed; nor any agent or agents appointed under the Illinois Power of Attorney Act. The names and addresses of the nearest relatives of [DISABLED PERSON] are as follows: [Name] [relationship] [street address] [city], IL [zip] [Name] [relationship] [street address] [city], IL [zip] On information and belief, the approximate value of the real and personal estate of [DISABLED PERSON] is as follows: Personal: $ _____________Real: Residential Real Property Located At [address, city, state, county, state]. Property is held jointly with spouse and its approximate value is $ The anticipated gross annual income and other receipts at this time of [DISABLED PERSON] is approximately $ per year from Social Security. 9. That [PETITIONER], [relationship] of [DISABLED PERSON], is qualified and willing to act as Plenary Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON]. WHEREFORE, the Petitioner prays that: [DISABLED PERSON] be adjudged a disabled person. [PETITIONER] be appointed Plenary Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON]. Letters of Guardianship of the Person and Estate issue to [PETITIONER] as Guardian. That the Guardian be granted residential placement authority over [DISABLED PERSON] to require his/her residence in a 24-hour skilled care nursing facility. The Court grant such further relief as is just and proper. [PETITIONER] BY: RAMMELKAMP BRADNEY, P.C. His/Her attorneys BY: Of Counsel ATTORNEYS FOR PETITIONER VERIFICATION [PETITIONER], being first duly sworn states under oath that he/she has personal knowledge of the facts and statements alleged in the foregoing Petition for Temporary Guardian of Person and Estate and that they are true and correct to the best of hie/her knowledge and belief, except for those alleged to be on information and belief, and those she believes to be true and correct. [PETITIONER] Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of ______________, 2009. NOTARY PUBLIC EXHIBIT C STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF _________________________ IN THE MATTER OF THE G U A R D I A N S H I P ) ) OF ) No. [YR]-P- [DISABLED PERSON], ) An Alleged Disabled Adult. ) PHYSICIAN'S AFFIDAVIT AND MEDICAL REPORT (COVER PAGE) Attached hereto is the Physician's Affidavit and Medical Report for the above named alleged disabled adult. Pursuant to 755 ILCS 5/11a-9(c), such report shall be kept under seal and only available to the court, parties of record or other Interested persons under the Probate Act of 1975. EXHIBIT D STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP ) ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P-, , [DISABLED PERSON], ) AN ALLEGED DISABLED PERSON. ) PHYSICIAN'S AFFIDAVIT AND MEDICAL REPORT I, [PHYSICIAN NAME], on oath state as follows: 1. I am a physician, licensed to practice medicine in all of its branches in the State of Illinois. 2. I most recently examined [Disabled Person] on 3. [Disabled Person] is disabled by 4. The following is my evaluation of [Disabled Person]'s mental, physical and educational condition, adaptive behavior, and social skills: Mental: Physical: Educational: Adaptive Behavior: Social Skills: Based upon my examination and evaluation of [Disabled Person], it is my opinion that a Guardianship is needed. I recommend that the guardianship be plenary, or limited (circle one). If limited, the limitations shall be as follows: My recommendation as to the most appropriate treatment or habilitation plan and living arrangement for [Disabled Person] is that he/she continue to live in a residential long-term-care facility such as [Facility]. [or other particulars as provided by attorney and petitioner] Additional reasons for the above recommendations are as follows: Dated this day of , 20___. [Physician Name], M.D. STATE OF ILLINOIS ) ) ss COUNTY OF ) Before me, a Notary Public in and for the County of , State of Illinois, appeared, [Physician Name], M.D., personally known to me to be the same person who executed the foregoing Affidavit and Medical Report and acknowledged that he executed and delivered said instrument as his free and voluntary act and deed, for the uses and purposes therein set forth. Given under my hand and notarial seal this day of , 20 Notary Public EXHIBIT E STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE ________ JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF ______________ IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP OF ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P-___________ [DISABLED PERSON], ) An Alleged Disabled Person. ) ORDER APPOINTING GUARDIAN AD LITEM A Petition has been filed in this Court alleging that the above-named person is incompetent and in need of a plenary guardian. A hearing on the Petition has been set for the day of [Month], [yr], at_____________ a.m./p.m. THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED THAT: [GAL Attorney], a licensed attorney, is hereby appointed as the Guardian Ad Litem to represent the interests of the [DISABLED PERSON]. The Petitioner herein shall be responsible for payment of reasonable and customary fees for the Guardian Ad Litem's services, providing that the Guardian Ad Litem shall submit monthly bills to this court, or the petitioner's attorney, for services rendered. ENTERED: , [yr]. CIRCUIT JUDGE EXHIBIT F STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF____________________ IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP OF [DISABLED PERSON], AN ALLEGED DISABLED PERSON. PETITION FOR TEMPORARY GUARDIAN OF THE PERSON AND ESTATE Now comes [PETITIONER] who on oath state as follows: That on even date herewith, a Petition for the appointment of a Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON] was filed. That a Temporary Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON] is necessary for the protection of the Respondent because he/ she suffers from ________________, is in need of 24-hour care and supervision in a skilled nursing facility, and refuses to consent to such treatment and placement as recommended to his/her family by his/her treating physicians. WHEREFORE, your Petitioner prays that [PETITIONER], qualified and willing to act, be appointed Temporary Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON] including the power to consent to residential placement of the alleged disabled adult and for such other relief as the Court deems just and proper. Respect fully submitt ed, [NAME] , Petition er By: Rammelkamp Bradney, P.C. His/Her attorneys By:____________________________ VERIFICATION STATE OF ILLINOIS ) ) COUNTY OF _________ ) [PETITIONER], being first duly sworn, on oath deposes and states that the contents of the foregoing Petition are true and correct except as to matters alleged to be on information and belief which matters are believed to be true. [PETITIONER] Subscribed and sworn to before me this , day of , 20 Notary Public ATTORNEYS FOR PETITIONER EXHIBIT G STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP ) ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P- [DISABLED PERSON], ) AN ALLEGED DISABLED PERSON, ) ORDER APPOINTING TEMPORARY GUARDIAN FOR DISABLED PERSON On the Verified Petition of [Petitioner], [relationship] of [DISABLED PERSON], for the appointment of a Temporary Guardian for the alleged disabled person as defined in the Probate Act, and after considering the evidence, the Court finds as follows: The Court has jurisdiction over the subject matter herein and the parties hereto. The alleged disabled adult is in immediate need of twenty-four (24) hour care and supervision for his/her well-being. That [DISABLED PERSON] is in need of care in an extended care facility and that it is in his/her best interests If he/she remains at [Facility], [Town], Illinois. That it is in the best interests of [DISABLED PERSON], an alleged disabled adult, that a temporary guardian of the person and estate be appointed for him/her. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: That [PETITIONER] is hereby appointed the Temporary Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON], an alleged disabled adult; Letters of Temporary Guardianship of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON] shall issue; The Temporary Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON] is given the power to make decisions regarding the medical and psychological care and treatment of the alleged disabled adult. The Temporary Guardian is given authority to require [DISABLED PERSON] to remain in [Facility], [Town], Illinois, or other appropriate facility. That the Temporary Guardian is given authority over the estate of [DISABLED PERSON] to the extent provided by the Probate Act. Such Letters of Temporary Guardianship shall terminate 60 days from the date hereof or upon the appointment of a regularly appointed Guardian, whichever shall happen sooner. ENTERED: This, day of [Month], [yr]. _____________________________________________ Circuit Judge EXHIBIT H STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP ) ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P- [DISABLED PERSON], ) An Alleged Disabled Person ) OATH OF OFFICE I, [PETITIONER], [relationship] of [DISABLED PERSON, on oath state that I will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of the Temporary Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON, an Alleged Disabled Person. [PETITIONER] Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of , 20 Notary Public. Attorneys for Petitioner: EXHIBIT ISTATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP ) ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P- [DISABLED PERSON], ) An Alleged Disabled Person ) NOTICE OF HEARING TO: [DISABLED PERSON], An Alleged Disabled Person c/o [GAL Attorney] Guardian Ad Litem [GAL Address] [Town], IL [ZIP] PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Verified Petition to Appoint a Plenary Guardian, flied in the above-entitled cause on [File date], will be heard on the day of [Month], [yr], at [hrg time] at the County Courthouse, [address], Illinois, before the Honorable _ . A copy of said Verified Petition is attached hereto. Dated this , day of [Month], 20 . [PETITIONER'S NAME], Petitioner BY: RAMMELKAMP BRADNEY, P.C. BY: Anthony J. DelGiomo, Of Counsel. Attorneys for Petitioner PROOF OF SERVICE The undersigned certifies that the foregoing instrument was served upon all parties and attorneys of record to the above cause herein at their respective addresses disclosed on the pleadings on ______________, 20__, by: U.S. Mail FAX Hand Delivered Overnight Courier Federal Express Other: Signature:________________________________ EXHIBIT JSTATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP ) ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P- [DISABLED PERSON], ) An Alleged Disabled Person ) SUMMONS FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN TO: [DISABLED PERSON] [Residence Facility] [Address] [Town], IL [ZIP] NOTICE OF RIGHTS OF RESPONDENT You have been named as a respondent in a guardianship petition asking that you be declared a disabled person. If the court grants the petition, a guardian will be appointed for you. A copy of the guardianship petition is attached for your convenience. The date and time for hearing are: [Day], [Date of Hearing], [Time of Hearing] A.M. / P.M. The place where the hearing will occur: County Courthouse, [Address], [City], Illinois. The Judge's name and phone number are: Hon. ; [Phone]. If a Guardian is appointed for you, the Guardian may be given the right to make all important personal decisions for you, such as where you may live, what medical treatment you may receive, what places you may visit, and who may visit you. A Guardian may also be given the right to control and manage your money and other property, including your home, if you own one. You may lose the right to make these decisions for yourself. You have the following legal rights: (1) You have the right to be present at the court hearing. You have the right to be represented by a lawyer, either one that you retain, or one appointed by the Judge. You have the right to ask for a jury of six persons to hear your case. You have the right to present evidence to the Court and to confront and cross-examine witnesses. You have the right to ask the Judge to appoint an independent expert to examine you and given an opinion about your need for a Guardian. You have the right to ask that the Court hearing be closed to the public. You have the right to tell the Court whom you prefer to have for your Guardian. You do not have to attend the court hearing if you do not want to be there. If you do not attend, the Judge may appoint a Guardian if the Judge finds that a Guardian would be of benefit to you. The hearing will not be postponed or canceled if you do not attend. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU ATTEND THE HEARING IF YOU DO NOT WANT A GUARDIAN OR IF YOU WANT SOMEONE OTHER THAN THE PERSON NAMED IN THE GUARDIANSHIP PETITION TO BE YOUR GUARDIAN. IF YOU DO NOT WANT A GUARDIAN OR IF YOU HAVE ANY OTHER PROBLEMS, YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR COME TO THE COURT AND TELL THE JUDGE. [Seal of Court] Witness, [Date], [yr] _______________________________ Clerk of the Circuit Court BY:_________ Deputy Clerk RETURN I certify that on , [yr], I served this summons on the alleged disabled person by leaving a copy with him/her personally and informing him/her of its contents. , Sheriff of County By: Deputy SHERIFFS FEES Service and return $ Miles $ Total $, Anthony J, DelGiorno Attorney for Petitioners Service and return $ Miles $ Total $, Anthony J, DelGiorno Attorney for Petitioners Guardian ad Litem [Attorney Name and Address] EXHIBIT KSTATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF ________________ IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP ) ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P- [DISABLED PERSON], ) An Alleged Disabled Person ) ORDER APPOINTING GUARDIAN On the Verified Petition of [PETIONER] for appointment of Guardian of the Estate and Person of [DISABLED PERSON], an alleged disabled person, due notice having been given as evidenced by the Petitioner's application herein, and the Court having considered the evidence, Including the report of the Guardian ad Litem; IT IS ORDERED THAT: [DISABLED PERSON] is adjudged a disabled person. [GUARDIANI] is appointed plenary Guardian of the Estate and Person of [DISABLED PERSON]. Bond is waived. Letters of Guardianship shall issue. E. The Guardian shall have residential placement authority of the disabled person. ENTERED: [yr]. CIRCUIT JUDGE EXHIBIT L IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS ) ) No. ) $CHEDUILING ORDER- ESTATE OR PLENARY GUARDIAN -DISABLED ADULT The Guardian of a Ward shall undertake and perform the following on. or before the date set forth. Failure to file required documents within 30 days from the dqe date shall p ause the Circuit Clerk to send a Notice that a Rule to Show Cause shall be issued by the Court if the document is not filed within 30 days from the date of the Notice. 1. Prepare and file with the Circuit Cleric a verified Inventory of real estate and personal property that has come to the Guardian's knowledge (755 ILCS 5/14-1(a)) within 60 days after issuance of Letters of Office, ( , 20, _). 2. Thereafter, prepare and file a supplemental verified Inventory within 60 days after new real or personal property is discovered. Prepare and file a verified Current Account of all receipts of money or property and all . distributions and expenditures of assets, and appear in person or, by counsel, before the Judge then sitting in Probate, unless excused by the Judge for cause, within 30 days after the first anniversary of the issuance of Letters of Office( , 20_) (755 ILCS 5/24-11(a). Prepare and file a verified Current Account showing all receipts of money or property and all distributions and expenditures of assets since the date of the prior Current Account, , and appear in person or by counsel, before the judge then sitting in Probate, unless excused by the Judge for cause, within 30 days after the expiration of three years from the date of issuance of Letters of Office, or the date of the last Current Account ( , 20__) and every three years thereafter. File a verified Final Account showing all receipts and expenditures since the date of the last Current Account within 30 days after the happening of the first of the following to occur: Death o f the Ward; Adjudication of restoration of competency of the Ward. c. Exhaustion of the Ward's estate. Entered: 20_ JUDGE I hereby acknowledge receipt of a copy of this Scheduling Order and that I have .read and understand the duties of the Guardian. Dated: 20__ Guardian EXHIBIT M STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP ) ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P- [DISABLED PERSON], ) An Alleged Disabled Person ) OATH AND BOND - SURETY I, [PETITIONER], [relationship] of [DISABLED PERSON], on oath state that I will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of the Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON], a Disabled Person. We, the undersigned, jointly and severally bind ourselves to the People of the State of Illinois that the Principal, [PETITIONER], will discharge faithfully the duties of the office of the Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON], a Disabled Person. The obligation of this bond is limited to $ [PETITIONER], Principal Address: City; Subscribed and sworn to before me this ___ day of __________________, 20___. Notary Public. Surety Number 1: (signature), Surety (printed name),, Surety Address: City/State/Zip: Surety Number 2: (signature), Surety (printed name), Surety Address: City/State/Zip: APPROVED: ___________________, 20___. Circuit Judge. This Instrument Prepared by: Rammelkamp Bradney, P.C. Anthony J. DelGiorno STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF ________________ IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP ) ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P- [DISABLED PERSON], ) An Alleged Disabled Person ) OATH OF OFFICE I, [PETITIONER], [relationship) of [DISABLED PERSON], on oath state that I will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of the Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON], a Disabled Person. [PETITIONER] Subscribed and sworn to before me this . , day of , 20_. Notary Public. This instrument Prepared by: Anthony J. DelGiorno STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF____________________ IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP ) ) OF ) NO. [YR]-P [DISABLED PERSON], ) An Alleged Disabled Person ) OATH OF OFFICE I, [PETITIONER], [relationship] of [DISABLED PERSON, on oath state that I will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of the Temporary Guardian of the Person and Estate of [DISABLED PERSON, an Alleged Disabled Person. [PETITIONER] Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of , 20_ Notary Public. Attorneys for Petitioner: CHECKLIST FOR HANLDING GUARDIANSHIPS - OPEN TO CLOSE PART A - OPENING THE ESTATE STEP #1- PRELIMINARY MATTER(S) Discuss circumstances/behaviors causing concern Verify existence of current Will, POAs and Trusts Explain role of Guardian Discuss alternatives to Guardianship Discuss fees/retainer/potential for reimbursement/record-keeping. Review alleged Disabled Person's finances if available, living arrangements and health Discuss prior financial interaction between alleged Disabled Person and prospective Guardian Discuss Guardian of Person, Guardian of Estate and/or both If this case may be referred to Public Guardian, call OPG or State Guardian intake to discuss situation Is a TEMPORARY Guardian of Estate/Person necessary? Discuss possibility of cross-petition Discuss need for Doctor's examination and report and supply list of doctors who will visit home if required Prepare engagement letter Obtain family tree and names and addresses of interested persons Discuss procedure if Disabled Person objects STEP #2 - PREPARATION OF COURT DOCUMENTS TO OPEN ESTATE Petition for Appointment of Guardian for Disabled Person (CCP0200) with Exhibit A. Include close family (i.e., spouse, adult children, current primary caregiver) Oath and Bond for individual guardians (CCP0312) Complete above forms and send to client for signature. Signature of Oath and Bond must be acknowledged before notary. Send Bond application if prospective Guardian is individual Prepare Probate Division Cover Sheet (CCP0199) Prepare Order appointing GAL (two (2) copies) for Judge in case it is needed (CCP209) Prepare Summons (CCPO201 A/B) Prepare Notice of Rights of Respondent (CCP0201 C) STEP #3 - FILING REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Prepare original Petition plus six (6) copies Verification of residency for service/confirm availability of Sheriff to serve and GAL to visit if necessary, (amount determined by Sheriff's office based on mileage). Verify current filing fees with Clerk's office based upon size of estate: $144.00 under $15,000.00; and $189.00 over $15,000.00 File Petition on 12th Floor - Richard J. Daley Center (original plus two (2) copies). The case number, court call number, courtroom and judge will be assigned at the time you file the Petition (Clerk's office keeps original). Add case number to all documents, add date where applicable and add judge's name and phone number to Summons Take Petition to assigned courtroom to obtain hearing date from judge's clerk (at least 30 days out from date of filing) Judge's clerk retains copy of Petition and two (2) copies of Order appointing GAL Take Summons to 12th Floor to be stamped Take three (3) copies of Petition, Summons and Notice of Rights to Sheriff's office on 7th (get number to call to check for status on service - Sheriff makes three (3) attempts) Send file-stamped copy of Petition with date, courtroom and case number to all persons on Exhibit A along with Notice of Motion Fourteen (14) days notice of date and time of proceeding is required for both Respondent, prospective Guardian and other interested persons STEP #4 - PREPARING FOR HEARING After three (3) weeks from date of filing check with Sheriff's office for status of service Has Respondent moved, in hospital, stayed home from day care, etc. If Sheriff has been unable to serve Summons it may be necessary to hire a private process server If doctor's report not available - discuss options. May petition court to order examination If you get order appointing GAL, contact GAL and provide doctor's report, copy of Petition, contact information for Respondent and prospective Guardian and discuss role of GAL with client. Request copy of GAL report before court date (doubtful). If unable to obtain GAL report in advance of court date, call GAL to discuss his/her position Arrange to get original doctor's report Two (2) days prior to court date deliver courtesy copy of doctor's report and Petition to judge Go to 12th Floor and get Bond or obtain Acceptance of Office (CCP0308) if Guardian is a corporation (amount of bond will be 1 ½ times the personal estate including estimated annual income STEP #5 - DAY OF HEARING Bring to court: Original Doctor's Report (CCP0211) Copy of Petition Proof of Mailing and Publication Statement of Rights to Discharge Guardian or Modify Guardianship Order (CCP0214) Original and copies of Oath and Bond Draft of Order Appointing Guardian(s) and finding disability (CCP0204) Acceptance of Office if Guardian is not an individual Separate Order for Residential Placement if indicated PART B - SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES 1- POSSIBLE OUTCOMES OTHER THAN APPOINTMENT Respondent objects to need for Guardian and is given time to find attorney Respondent consents to Guardian but objects to the prospective Guardian Appointment of Temporary Guardian (requires separate petition) for maximum sixty (60) days Last minute filings of Cross Petition or Notice that Cross Petition will be filed Sudden appearance of Powers of Attorney GAL disagrees with the need for Guardian or suitability of proposed Guardian 2 - DISABLED VETERANS If the alleged disabled person is a veteran receiving benefits from the federal Veteran's administration, a certificate from the Department of Veteran's affairs stating that the beneficiary has been determined by the Department to be disabled is admissible as evidence in the hearing disability 3 - TEMPORARY GUARDIANSHIP Upon petition Court may appoint a temporary guardian if it is necessary for the immediate protection of the alleged disabled person's estate or person (CCP0202), The potential harm must be provided in the order appointing the temporary guardian (CP0203). The powers and duties are specifically listed in the order appointing the temporary guardian. Doctor's Report must accompany petition for temporary guardianship, Avoids required 14 day notice period. A petition for the appointment of a plenary guardian must be filed at the same time. Appointment is for maximum of 90 days. 4 - LIMITED GUARDIANSHIP In some cases the court may appoint a limited guardian of estate or person or both. A finding of disability is not required for the appointment of the limited guardian. The limited guardian has only the powers specifically enumerated in the order of appointment. 5 - SUCCESSOR GUARDIAN Successor Guardian is a guardian appointed by the court to serve only upon the death, resignation, removal or incapacity of the guardian of the estate or person. 6 - TESTAMENTARY GUARDIAN A parent of a disabled person including minor children may name a person or entity as guardian of the estate and or person by will. The appointment is advisory only and the court may appoint another party if there is a finding that the alternative appointment would be in the best interests of the ward. 7 - STANDBY GUARDIAN Standby Guardian is appointed by the court to step in upon being advised of the consent, death, incapacity or failure to perform his or her duties of the then current guardian of the estate and or person. Within 60 days of notice of the death, consent or inability of the prior guardian's inability to perform its duties, the standby guardian must petition the court for appointment as a guardian of estate and or person. PART C - POST APPOINTMENT ACTIONS I -INVENTORYIACCOUNTINGS/CARE PLAN Within 60 days of his or her appointment the guardian must file an inventory (CP0334) of the ward's assets, to include amounts and sources of income, and all assets listed individually with values as of the date of the appointment. Inventory should include how the assets are titled and the existence of any mortgages or other liabilities and current status. 2 - CARE PLAN As soon as possible after his or her appointment the guardian shall provide to the court a report on the ward's physical and mental condition, residential placement, education, socialization and supervision as appropriate. 3 - ACCOUNTING Once each year the guardian must provide to the court an updated report/care plan as above, as well as an accounting listing all income and disbursements from the guardianship estate. PART D - TERMINATION OF ADJUDICATION OF DISABILITY/REVOCATION OF LETTERS OF OFFICE 1- TERMINATION Upon Petition of disabled person, or on its own motion, the court may terminate adjudication of disability, revoke Letters of Office and or modify the terms of the Guardianship. Notice of the proceedings must be given to all guardians whose letters have not been revoked, The court may appoint counsel for the disabled person and order payment from state funds,. 2 - DISMISSING PROCEEDINGS ENTIRELY Petitions for appointment of a Guardian can only be dismissed upon order of court, 3 - DEATH OF WARD When Ward dies a decedent's estate should be opened as soon as possible. The death of the Ward is reported to the judge as "spread of record". Final accounting must be completed and Guardianship estate closed.

I apologize that when I copied the same, it all ran together.     

The one fact that I wish you all to take from this document is the fact that guardianship is a serious matter and not intended to be a law compensation plan, or a plan to increase judicial and political graft.    

The concept of left is right, up is down, truth is fiction so prevalent in today's political world has no place in the fiduciary world of guardianship, unless, the promulgators desire to got to jail and incur great Federal and State Income tax liability.    No matter how you slice it - the raid on Alice Gore's mouth to harvest the few pennies of gold therein is unAmerican, wrong,  amoral, and criminal.    The fact that Jerome Larkin and his band of co-conspirators have prevented an HONEST INVESTIGATION of these crimes do not make Right equal wrong and does not mitigate Larkin's felonies in the least. 


Ken Ditkowsky

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