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For over 20 years, Bautista, Bautista & Associates have been working for the betterment of our clients. As a California licensed Fiduciary, Leo is a member of the Professional Fiduciary Association of California (PFAC). He is also monitored by the Professional Fiduciaries Bureau. Have specific questions? Feel free to reach out to us.



What is a Fiduciary



A fiduciary is a person or legal entity that has the power and responsibility of acting for another in situations requiring total trust, good faith, and honesty. Fiduciaries build a bond of trust in many roles such as a business manager, decision-maker, and/or guardian. Fiduciary services may include: Trustee, Guardian, Estate Executor, Daily Bill Pay and Money Management, Healthcare Representation, Agent under a Power of Attorney, Executive for senior with no spouse or family, and Conservator for those who are mentally or physically incapacitated. Fiduciaries are required to be licensed by the Professional Fiduciaries Bureau under the California Department of Consumer Affairs.



The Role of a Professional Fiduciary



Providing care as a Professional Fiduciary is as much a calling as it is a career. Fiduciaries practicing in the state of California are required to be licensed by the Professional Fiduciaries Bureau under the California Department of Consumer Affairs. They may have had previous careers as attorneys, CPA’s, bankers, social workers, or healthcare providers. Many of our members joined PFAC after serving the business, care, and personal needs of a family member or loved one. The responsibility is unique, essential, and often noble in nature. A fiduciary’s role is not merely that of business manager, decision-maker, or guardian. It is also a nurturing bond of trust, concern, and attentive care-giving. A fiduciary seeks to support mental and emotional well-being, reduce the stress of changing circumstances or unexpected events, and most importantly help each client and their families enjoy a fulfilling life.



What is a National Guardian



A National Certified Guardians are professional fiduciaries appointed by the Superior Court of each county, to protect the legal, social, and medical interests of individuals who require “decisional support” due to cognitive or physical limitations that impeded their ability to exercise these rights alone. National Certified Guardians are not caregivers or family members but serve in a professional capacity when family are unable to serve. Their professional training prepares them for advocacy and for making tough and complicated decisions. They provide a first line of defense against exploitation and abuse of vulnerable adults. Certified guardians develop close personal relationships with their clients, limiting their work to those activities that the Courts have approved. Professional guardians work with Superior Court judges or Court-appointed commissioners to report on their activities and request approval for their decision. Becoming a National Certified Guardian require a host of certification requirements, including taking continuing education.



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