Estate Planning

Guardian

In estate planning, a guardian is the person you name to care for your minor children if you and the other parent are both unable to do so. Naming a guardian is one of the most important reasons for any parent to have a will. Without one named, a court decides who raises your children — and that choice may not match your wishes.

In short

A guardian is who you choose to raise your minor children if you cannot. Without naming one in your will, a court decides — which may not be who you would have chosen.