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Your Guide in Obtaining Article 17-A Guardianship in New York City

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Over 15 Years of Legal Guardianship Experience

Guiding You Every Step of the Way

“We believe that becoming a guardian should be accessible—because every family deserves peace of mind.”

Count on SMART CHOICE GUARDIANSHIP if you have an adult child or relative with developmental disabilities who may need legal guardianship. We specialize in helping families navigate the legal process of obtaining Article 17-A Guardianship in New York City. With over 15 years of experience and a licensed social worker leading the way, we are dedicated to making this important step for your family as seamless as possible.

What Is Article 17-A Legal Guardianship

Article 17-A Guardianship helps parents or family members become legal guardians for adults over 18 with developmental disabilities. This guardianship ensures their well-being and empowers families with legal authority to make decisions about their loved ones’ medical care, finances, and daily life—a vital step toward securing a brighter future.

Personal Guidance Throughout the Process

Navigating the surrogate court system can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help every step of the way. At SMART CHOICE GUARDIANSHIP, we provide:

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Step-by-step guidance throughout the surrogate court process.

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Assistance with completing and submitting your legal guardianship application.

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Court hearing preparation and support—ensuring you feel confident and prepared.

We also offer referrals for documentation translation services for families who need them. This is especially helpful for individuals born outside the United States whose birth certificate is not written in English.

Why We Stand Out

Here’s why families trust us:

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Over 15 years of experience in the guardianship process.

Licensed social worker with over 30 years of service to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Affordability and flexibility—we offer affordable pricing and flexible payment plans to ensure guardianship is accessible.

Support in both English and Spanish. (Se habla Español.)

Peace of Mind Starts Here

SMART CHOICE GUARDIANSHIP believes that every family deserves peace of mind. Let us guide you through the legal guardianship process with personalized care, professionalism, and unwavering support. Contact us today to begin securing your loved one’s future.

Legal Guardianship Process