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legal guardian

NOUN
person entrusted with someone or something
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Unless you are named as his legal guardian or medical proxy, relatives — even siblings — carry no legal obligation to provide physical or financial support for an ailing relative.

From MarketWatch Aug. 5, 2026

Lucas has a legal guardian in Ben Rodriguez-Cubeñas, program director for the Rockefeller Brothers Fund’s Culpeper Arts & Culture program.

From The Wall Street Journal May 22, 2026

In 1974, Tyler was named Misley’s legal guardian and took her on tour with the band.

From Los Angeles Times May 1, 2026

The researchers said children taking part in the study would need the consent of their parent or legal guardian, plus the agreement of their lead clinician and a multidisciplinary team.

From BBC Dec. 10, 2025

My father then signed a document making Dr. Fiona my legal guardian for the trip to the UK.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai



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