Illinois Petition For Appointment Of Guardian For a Minor is a legal document filed by an adult who wishes to be appointed as a legal guardian for a minor child. The Petition is filed in the county where the minor resides. The purpose of the Petition is to demonstrate the need for a guardian and to provide the court with information about the proposed guardian. The Petition also includes a request for the appointment of a guardian, and a request for any other orders the court deems necessary. There are four types of Illinois Petition For Appointment Of Guardian For a Minor. These include: Petition For Temporary Guardianship, Petition To Appoint Guardian Of The Person, Petition To Appoint Guardian Of The Estate, and Petition To Appoint Guardian Of Both The Person And The Estate. Each Petition must include the minor’s name, date of birth, and residence. The Petition must also include an explanation of why the guardian is needed, and a request for any other orders the court finds necessary.