Arizona Family Law and Paralegal Certification Practice Exam

Conservatorship in Arizona is about appointing someone to handle an adult’s financial affairs when that adult cannot protect or manage their own assets. The person chosen by the court is a conservator, and their authority and duties revolve around managing money, property, and other financial matters for the protected adult. This role is defined for an “adult in need of protection” as stated in A.R.S. § 14-1201, distinguishing it from guardianship, which covers personal care and welfare decisions (and is used for minors or incapacitated adults in need of protection for non-financial matters). The appointment is made through a court proceeding and creates fiduciary duties, including preserving assets and filing periodic accounts with the court. The other options describe roles unrelated to managing an adult’s finances (such as a guardian for minors or a court clerk or attorney on a case).