LAS VEGAS – The UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law and its local partners invite those looking to learn more about the recently reformed laws of guardianship to a free workshop in the Thomas & Mack Moot Court on the main UNLV Campus from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 26.

Governor Brian Sandoval recently signed five new guardianship law reforms following multiple recommendations from the Nevada Supreme Court’s Commission to Study the Administration of Guardianships in Nevada’s Courts report. Significant changes enacted by the legislature include a Guardianship Bill of Rights, mandatory legal counsel, creation of a State Guardianship Compliance Office, and expansion of the state’s Lockbox Program.  

In addition to an overview of these reforms, information and assistance for documenting estate planning wishes also will be provided. Specific topics to be covered are wills and trusts, financial power of attorney with the required forms, a living will lockbox registration agreement, and advanced directives for health care with an opportunity to complete the necessary forms. The day will end with time to seek complimentary legal consultations. 

Seats are limited so community members wishing to attend are encouraged to RSVP at law.unlv.edu/events.  Space will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Organizations also involved in this effort include: the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Nevada Legal Services, and the Southern Nevada Senior Law Program.