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Information on Probate Guardianship of the Estate

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2023

This form provides general information about what it means to be a guardian of an estate, which is a person appointed by the court to manage a child's money or property until the child is 18. It explains the roles, duties, and the court process for appointing a guardian.

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This information sheet is used by anyone who is considering asking a court to appoint a guardian of an estate for a minor child. It outlines the steps and considerations involved in the process.

Either party may file.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

What is a guardian of the estate?
A guardian of the estate is someone the probate court appoints to take control of a child’s money or property, manage it, and keep it safe until the child turns 18.
Does this form help me file something?
No, this form is for information only. To start the process, you would need to use the Petition for Appointment of Guardian of Minor (form GC-210).
Is there a fee involved?
The text mentions that the court charges a fee for filing a guardianship petition, but it also states that the petitioner can ask the court to waive this fee.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2023.

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