NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor

NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor In the interests of Lucious Manuel Tirado (Minor) of Fitchburg, MA (Docket No. WO25P2089GD) 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 06/11/2025 by Edith A. Medero of Fitchburg, MA will be held on 11/05/2025 9:00 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing located at Worcester Probate & Family Court. 2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to: File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing. 3. Counsel for Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor. 4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want any attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form. Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case is going to be heard. 5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor's best interest. September 5 2025 LNEO0363764