INSTRUCTIONS: WASHINGTON D.C. RESPONSE TO PETITION POST APPOINTMENT

The form discussed in this article is used to request relief from the court in response to a petition filed after the appointment of a conservator or guardian in a Washington D.C. probate case. This document can be obtained by the website maintained by the District of Columbia Courts system.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 1: On the first blank line of the form, enter the name of the adult who is the subject of the case.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 2: On line 1, explain your interest in this proceeding.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 3: On line 2, enter the name of the person who filed the petition.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 4: On line 3, enter your response.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 5: On the continuation of line 3, describe the relief you are requesting from the court.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 6: Check the first statement on the second page if you are requesting an oral hearing.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 7: Check the second statement if you are not requesting an oral hearing.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 8: Your attorney should provide their signature on the next blank line.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 9: On the next blank line, type the name of your attorney.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 10: On the next two blank lines, enter the address of your attorney.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 11: On the next blank line, enter the telephone number of your attorney.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 12: Enter the Unified Bar number of your attorney on the next blank line. Providing their email address on the next blank line is optional.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 13: On the next two blank lines, enter your signature and type your name.

Washington D.C. Response To Petition Post Appointment Step 14: Enter your address on the next two blank lines. Enter your telephone number on the last blank line.

INSTRUCTIONS: WASHINGTON D.C. OBJECTION (EXCEPTION) TO FEE PETITION

The form discussed in this article is used to petition for an exception to a fee assessed on a person involved in a Washington D.C. probate case. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Washington D.C. judicial system.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 1: On the first blank line, enter the name of the adult who is the subject of the case.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 2: On line 1, enter your interest in the case.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 3: On line 2, enter the name of the person who filed the fee petition against you.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 4: On line 3, enter the date on the certificate of service on the fee petition.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 5: On line 4, specify the charges you object to and the reasons for your objection.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 6: On line 5, specify the actions you would like the court to take.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 7: Indicate with a check mark whether or not you are requesting an oral hearing.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 8: Enter the signature of your attorney, if applicable, on the next blank line.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 9: Type the name of your attorney on the next blank line.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 10: Enter the address of your attorney on the next two blank lines.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 11: Enter the telephone number of your attorney on the next blank line.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 12: Enter the Unified Bar number of your attorney on the next blank line. Entering their email address below is optional.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 13: Enter your signature and type your name on the next two blank lines.

Washington D.C. Objection (Exception) To Fee Petition Step 14: Enter your address on the next two blank lines. Enter your telephone number on the last blank line.

INSTRUCTIONS: COLORADO INSTRUCTIONS TO FILE A PETITION TO TERMINATE A CONSERVATORSHIP (Form JDF 887)

The form discussed in this article provides instructions for the process of filing a petition to terminate a Colorado conservatorship. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Colorado Judicial Branch.

Colorado Instructions To File A Petition To Terminate A Conservatorship JDF 887 Step 1: The first section outlines general information about the process of filing a petition to terminate a conservatorship.

Colorado Instructions To File A Petition To Terminate A Conservatorship JDF 887 Step 2: The next section is a glossary of common terms you should understand before beginning the process of filing a petition to terminate a conservatorship.

Colorado Instructions To File A Petition To Terminate A Conservatorship JDF 887 Step 3: The next section concerns filing fees you may be required to pay.

Colorado Instructions To File A Petition To Terminate A Conservatorship JDF 887 Step 4: The next section contains information about obtaining the necessary forms from the website of the Colorado Judicial Branch, as well as a checklist of documents you may need.

Colorado Instructions To File A Petition To Terminate A Conservatorship JDF 887 Step 5: The remainder of the form contains a step-by-step overview of the process of filing a petition to terminate a conservatorship. Step 1 is the completion of necessary forms.

Colorado Instructions To File A Petition To Terminate A Conservatorship JDF 887 Step 6: Step 2 concerns the steps to be taken to file your papers with the court.

Colorado Instructions To File A Petition To Terminate A Conservatorship JDF 887 Step 7: Step 3 concerns sending copies of all documents filed with the court, as well as a notice of hearing, to all interested persons.

Colorado Instructions To File A Petition To Terminate A Conservatorship JDF 887 Step 8: Step 4 discusses non-appearance dockets, during which parties are not expected to attend, and evidentiary hearings.

Colorado Instructions To File A Petition To Terminate A Conservatorship JDF 887 Step 9: Step 5 discusses obtaining a signed copy of the decree of final discharge from the court. This form will not be issued by the court until a Receipt and Release form is filled by all individuals as identified in the Schedule of Distribution.

INSTRUCTIONS: COLORADO IRREVOCABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY DESIGNATING CLERK OF COURT AS AGENT FOR SERVICE OF PROCESS

A power of attorney form gives someone else authority over certain aspects of your legal matters. The Colorado Irrevocable Power of Attorney Designating Clerk of Court as Agent for Service of Process form is for the use of people involved in a financial or probationary dispute in that state who do not actually live there. This document gives the clerk of the court where the legal process is unfolding the power to receive notices or documents concerning the outcome of fiscal matters until the termination of the case. This document can be obtained from the Colorado Supreme Court website.

Colorado Irrevocable Power of Attorney Designating Clerk of Court as Agent for Service of Process Step 1: Check the box next to "District Court" or "Denver Probate Court" depending on where the case is unfolding. If the former, write the county name and address of the court in question.

Colorado Irrevocable Power of Attorney Designating Clerk of Court as Agent for Service of Process Step 2: Write the name of the case or estate in question.

Colorado Irrevocable Power of Attorney Designating Clerk of Court as Agent for Service of Process Step 3: Include all contact information for your attorney, including their registration number. If you do not have an attorney, provide your own contact information.

Colorado Irrevocable Power of Attorney Designating Clerk of Court as Agent for Service of Process Step 4: Write the case number, division and courtroom where the case is unfolding.

Colorado Irrevocable Power of Attorney Designating Clerk of Court as Agent for Service of Process Step 5: Where indicated, print your name, granting the clerk of court this authority with respect to fiscal and estate matters.

Colorado Irrevocable Power of Attorney Designating Clerk of Court as Agent for Service of Process Step 6: Sign your name where indicated, along with your full address, phone number and the date.

Colorado Irrevocable Power of Attorney Designating Clerk of Court as Agent for Service of Process Step 7: The clerk will provide their signature below. If you state an end date for their services, they will write it here. Otherwise, they will act in this capacity until the case has been resolved. 

INSTRUCTIONS: COLORADO INFORMATION FOR RESPONDENT IN APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR (Form JDF 798)

The form discussed in this article is provided to a Colorado respondent for whom a conservator has been nominated. This informational document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Colorado Judicial Branch.

Colorado Information For Respondent In Appointment Of A Conservator JDF 798 Step 1: The first paragraph explains that when someone requests appointment of a conservator for you, the court wishes to know whether you are impaired or unable to manage your financial affairs.

Colorado Information For Respondent In Appointment Of A Conservator JDF 798 Step 2: The second paragraph explains why a court visitor may be appointed to interview you and the proposed conservator and, if so, what will occur.

Colorado Information For Respondent In Appointment Of A Conservator JDF 798 Step 3: The third paragraph explains the process for determining whether a conservator is necessary.

Colorado Information For Respondent In Appointment Of A Conservator JDF 798 Step 4: The fourth paragraph outlines reasons why a conservator may be appointed other than your age.

Colorado Information For Respondent In Appointment Of A Conservator JDF 798 Step 5: The fifth paragraph explains that the conservator will have all powers over your estate and business affairs unless restricted by the court order of appointment.

Colorado Information For Respondent In Appointment Of A Conservator JDF 798 Step 6: The sixth paragraph explains that a conservator is also a fiduciary and must observe the attendant standards of care.

Colorado Information For Respondent In Appointment Of A Conservator JDF 798 Step 7: The seventh paragraph explains that within 60 days of their appointment, a conservator is required to file with the court for approval an inventory of your property that is subject to the conservatorship, as well as a financial plan for how your assets and income will be distributed and managed. The financial plan must be based on your actual needs and best interests.

Colorado Information For Respondent In Appointment Of A Conservator JDF 798 Step 8: The last paragraph explains that a conservatorship can be terminated or modified by you, the conservator or another interested person filing with the court a petition asserting that your condition has changed and the statutory requirements for the conservatorship as originally established no longer exist.

INSTRUCTIONS: COLORADO MOTION TO WITHDRAW FUNDS FROM RESTRICTED ACCOUNT (Form JDF 868)

The form discussed in this article is used to request the withdrawal of funds from a restricted account established for a Colorado conservatorship. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Colorado Judicial Branch.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 1: In the first box, indicate with a check mark whether you are filing in district court or Denver Probate Court. Provide the county in which the court is located and its address.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 2: In the second box, enter the name of the protected person or minor.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 3: In the third box, enter the name of your attorney, as well as their address, phone number, fax number, email address and attorney registration number. If not represented by a lawyer, instead enter your own name, address, phone number, fax number and email address.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 4: In the fourth box, enter the case number, division and courtroom.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 5: On the next blank line, enter your name.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 6: On the next blank line, enter the amount you are requesting to withdraw.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 7: In the first column of the table provided, enter the name and address of each financial institution where the account is located.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 8: In the second column, enter the last four digits of each account number.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 9: In the third column, enter the current balance of each account.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 10: On the next two blank lines, enter the reason for your request.

Colorado Motion To Withdraw Funds From Restricted Account JDF 868 Step 11: Where indicated, you and your attorney should sign and date the form, as well as entering your address, city, state and zip code.

INSTRUCTIONS: COLORADO CERTIFICATE OF ANCILLARY FILING – CONSERVATORSHIP (Form JDF 892)

The form discussed in this article is issued by a Colorado court to certify an ancillary filing regarding a conservatorship. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Colorado Judicial Branch.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 1: Check the first box if filing in district court.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 2: Check the second box if filing in Denver Probate Court.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 3: Enter the name of the county in which the court is located on the first blank line.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 4: Enter the court address where indicated.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 5: In the second box, enter the name of the protected person.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 6: In the third box, enter the case number, division and courtroom.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 7: On the next blank line, enter the foreign conservator's name.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 8: Check the first box if a certified, exemplified or authenticated copy of the foreign court's order appointing the foreign conservator was filed.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 9: Check the second box if a certified, exemplified or authenticated copy of the foreign court's letters or other documents evidencing or affecting the foreign conservator's authority to act was filed.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 10: Check the third box if a certified, exemplified or authenticated copy of the bond of the foreign conservator was filed.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 11: Check the fourth box if another document was filed and specify.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 12: Check the fifth box if a certified copy of the document specified above is in your possession.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 13: Check the sixth box if an exemplified copy of the document specified above is in your possession.

Colorado Certificate Of Ancillary Filing – Conservatorship JDF 892 Step 14: Complete the rest of the form as instructed.

INSTRUCTIONS: COLORADO PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT (Form JDF 960)

The form discussed in this article is filed to petition for the final settlement of a Colorado estate. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Colorado Judicial Branch.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 1: Check the first box if filing in a district court.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 2: Check the second box if filing in Denver Probate court.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 3: Enter the name of the county in which the court is located on the first blank line.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 4: Enter the court address where indicated.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 5: In the second blank box, enter the name of the decedent whose estate is concerned.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 6: In the third blank box, enter the name and address of your attorney, as well as their phone number, fax number, email address and attorney registration number. If you are not represented by a lawyer, instead provide your name, address, phone number, fax number and email address.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 7: In the next blank box, enter the case number, division and courtroom.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 8: Check the first box on line 3 if heirship has been determined or determination of heirship is not requested.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 9: Check the second box on line 3 if the petitioner requests that heirship be determined at this time and complete the table below. In the first column, enter the name of each heir. In the second column, enter the age of each heir who is a minor. In the third column, enter the address of each heir. In the fourth column, enter each heir's share of intestate property (if applicable). In the last column, enter each heir's relationship to the decedent.

Colorado Petition For Final Settlement JDF 960 Step 10: In the table provided on line 4, enter the name of each person receiving distribution in the first column, their address in the second column and a description of each distribution in the third column. Complete the rest of the form as instructed.