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Testamentary Guardian
A testamentary guardian is a person appointed by a parent's will to take care of their child's person and property until the child reaches the age of majority. This type of guardian is responsible for the child's well-being and managing their assets until they become an adult.
These examples illustrate how a parent can use their will to appoint a guardian for their children in case of their death. The testamentary guardian is responsible for taking care of the children and managing their assets until they reach the age of majority.