Davis v. Davis

Lillie Lang appeals the denial of motions she filed “on behalf of’ her brother, A.C. Smith, in his guardianship/conservatorship case. Smith died during this appeal, which now is moot.

Background

Smith’s daughter petitioned to appoint a guardian and conservator for her father, and for emergency appointment of a temporary guardian and conservator. She alleged that Smith could not care for himself or manage his financial resources due to diminished mental capacity. The probate division appointed counsel to represent Smith and set a hearing for January 15, 2009.

Smith did not attend the hearing. His…