Terms Used In New Hampshire Revised Statutes 547-C:8

  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
If any petitionee is a minor, or otherwise incapacitated to take care of his estate, partition shall not be made until a guardian or agent has been appointed. Such guardian or agent may be appointed by the court.