AZ SB1648

Requires guardians, conservators, attorneys, and guardians ad litem seeking compensation from a ward's estate to provide "detailed" rather than "general" explanations of their compensation arrangements in court filings

Mandates courts consider the best interest of the ward or protected person when determining if compensation is reasonable and necessary, changing discretionary factors to required considerations

Adds requirement that attorneys and guardians ad litem must obtain court approval for projected costs before rendering services or incurring expenses against the ward's estate

Caps any costs incurred to not exceed the pre-approved expenditure amount, providing financial protection for elderly wards and protected persons