Order for Appointment of Successor Guardian (48.977, Wis. Stats.)
Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective November 16, 2023
This form is an official court order that either grants or denies a request to appoint a successor guardian. It records the court's findings about why a new guardian is needed and what powers the court is giving to the appointed person.
The court describes it as: Order granting or denying the petition for appointment of successor guardian, 48.977 guardianship.
Where this fits in a case
JudgmentStage: Judgment
This form is used after a petition has been filed asking the court to appoint a successor guardian, usually because the current guardian is unable to serve.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Official instructions
How-to guides published by the court for this form.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- This form is an order issued by the court. The court makes the final decision and fills out the order.
- What does this form do?
- It officially appoints a successor guardian and lists the powers that the new guardian will have.
- Is there a fee mentioned?
- The text provided does not mention any filing fees for this form.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect November 16, 2023.
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