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Plain-English meaning
Conservatorship
A court-supervised arrangement in which a person is appointed to manage property or finances for someone who cannot do so independently.
Why the term matters
It can transfer substantial decision-making authority and requires court filings, records, and oversight.
Do not confuse it with
A guardian often manages personal or health decisions, while a conservator commonly manages finances; state terminology varies.