Who should file this form?

The form asks the filer to state if they are interested as a relative or a public official. It is used by someone petitioning the court for guardianship.

Does this form ask for money?

The form asks for details about the minor's property and income, and it also has a section where the filer can request the court to award appropriate fees and costs.

What is the purpose of the petition?

The petition is made to ask the court to appoint a guardian for the minor's estate, stating that the minor needs a guardian of the estate because of certain reasons.

GN-3290

Petition for Temporary/Permanent Guardianship (Minor Guardianship of the Estate)

Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective November 12, 2020

This form is used to ask the court to appoint a temporary or permanent guardian for a minor's estate. It asks for information about the minor, who is filing the petition, and details about the minor's property and needs.

The court describes it as: To Petition for Temporary/Permanent Guardianship of Minor.

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This form is used when someone needs to ask the court to officially appoint a guardian to manage the property or care for a minor.

Either party may file.

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Who should file this form?: The form asks the filer to state if they are interested as a relative or a public official. It is used by someone petitioning the court for guardianship.
Does this form ask for money?: The form asks for details about the minor's property and income, and it also has a section where the filer can request the court to award appropriate fees and costs.
What is the purpose of the petition?: The petition is made to ask the court to appoint a guardian for the minor's estate, stating that the minor needs a guardian of the estate because of certain reasons.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect November 12, 2020.

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