Standby Guardian Designation Guide

Hi ****! Here’s a sample designation for a standby guardian in Virginia:
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Designation of Standby Guardian
I, [Your Full Name], residing at [Your Address], being of sound mind, hereby designate [Standby Guardian's Full Name], residing at [Standby Guardian's Address], to serve as standby guardian for my minor child(ren), [Child(ren)'s Full Name(s)], in the event that I am unable to care for them due to my incapacity or death.
This designation shall become effective upon my incapacity or death, as certified by a licensed physician or upon my written consent. The standby guardian shall have the authority to make decisions regarding the care, custody, and control of my child(ren) as necessary during my incapacity or death.
I understand that this designation is temporary and that a court proceeding may be necessary to appoint a permanent guardian for my child(ren).
Signed: ______________________
[Your Full Name]
Date: _______________________
Witness *: ______________________
[Full Name]
Witness *: ______________________
[Full Name]
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Please ensure to have this document notarized and consult with a legal professional for personalized advice.
Is there anything else you need help with?

Hi ****, here's a simplified version of the designation for a standby guardian in Virginia, including all triggering events:
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Designation of Standby Guardian
I, [Your Full Name], residing at [Your Address], hereby designate [Standby Guardian's Full Name], residing at [Standby Guardian's Address], as the standby guardian for my minor child(ren), [Child(ren)'s Full Name(s)].
This designation becomes effective if:
*. I am incapacitated (as certified by a licensed physician).
*. I die.
*. I provide written consent.
The standby guardian will have authority over the care, custody, and control of my child(ren) during my incapacity or death.
I understand this designation is temporary and a court proceeding may be needed for a permanent guardian.
Signed: ______________________
[Your Full Name]
Date: _______________________
Witness *: ______________________
[Full Name]
Witness *: ______________________
[Full Name]
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Please have this document notarized and consult a legal professional for personalized advice.
Is there anything else you need help with?

Hi ****, here's a more concise and easy-to-read version of the designation for a standby guardian in Virginia:
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Designation of Standby Guardian
I, [Your Full Name], residing at [Your Address], designate [Standby Guardian's Full Name], residing at [Standby Guardian's Address], as the standby guardian for my minor child(ren), [Child(ren)'s Full Name(s)].
This designation becomes effective if:
*. I am incapacitated (certified by a licensed physician).
*. I die.
*. I provide written consent.
The standby guardian will have authority over the care, custody, and control of my child(ren) during my incapacity or death.
I understand this designation is temporary and a court proceeding may be needed for a permanent guardian.
Signed: ______________________
[Your Full Name]
Date: _______________________
Witness *: ______________________
[Full Name]
Witness *: ______________________
[Full Name]
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Please have this document notarized and consult a legal professional for personalized advice.
Is there another legal issue or question you need assistance with?

To update the address on a notarized designation of standby guardianship form in Virginia:
*. Retrieve the original notarized document.
*. Cross out the old address and write the new address above it.
*. Initial next to the change.
*. Have the change notarized again for legal validity.
Would you like to know more about the notarization process?

Yes, you can attach a new address on a separate sheet of paper. Here's how:
*. Write the new address clearly on a separate sheet.
*. Reference the original document by including its title and date.
*. Sign and date the new sheet.
*. Have the new sheet notarized.
Would you need additional help with this process?

Sure, ****! Here’s a step-by-step guide for attaching a new address on a separate sheet of paper:
*. Write the new address clearly on a separate sheet.
*. Reference the original document by including its title and date.
*. Sign and date the new sheet.
*. Have the new sheet notarized.
Do you need assistance with finding a notary or more details on the notarization process?