What to do if your sibling files for guardianship for your parent
Probably not a surprise, but not all brothers and sisters agree, nor do they all like each other. Unfortunately, there are situations where siblings absolutely hate each other, and likely do not talk to each other. This can be an extremely bad situat...
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Will I Receive Permanent Alimony in an Orlando, Florida Area Dissolution of Marriage/ Divorce Case?
Permanent periodic alimony is intended ” to provide for needs and necessities of life as they were established during the marriage…. for a party who lacks the financial ability to meet those needs following dissolution. FS 61.08(8). The o...
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When does Irrational Behavior Become Incapacity in Terms of a Guardianship?
Distinguishing between irrational behavior and incompetence can be difficult. It is not uncommon for older adults to develop persisting fears, worries, and complaints that may be irrational or paranoid. This can often be related to an underlying cogn...
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Who Can be a Guardian in Florida?
Florida Statute Chapter 744 defines a Guardian as a person appointed by the court to exercise all delegable legal rights and powers of the Ward after the court makes a finding of incapacity. A Florida Guardian typically will be granted the authority ...
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Who is Considered to be an Interested Person When Petitioning for A Florida Guardianship?
Whenever you request a Florida court to appoint you as a Guardian, whether it be Guardian of a minor child or an adult, Florida Law requires that you properly notify anyone that is considered an interested person under Florida Law of the proceedings....
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When is Sole Custody with Supervised Visitation Appropriate In an Orlando, Florida Custody Case?
Florida Statutes Section 61.13(2)(c)2, provides that the court shall order that the parental responsibility for a minor child be shared by both parents unless the court finds that shared parental responsibility would be detrimental to the child. Detr...
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