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Guardianship

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 situation when...

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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 cognitive impairment, ...

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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 to make the health...

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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. This gives the in...

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Considerations in Choosing a Florida Guardian

There are many reasons to have Estate Planning documents prepared. For parents with minor children, the appointment of a child’s Guardian is among the most important.  Doing so may be a parent’s best chance at choosing a child’s guardian angel. Read More

Florida Guardianship Examining Committee

When the mental capacity of a person comes into question, you can Petition, through your Florida Guardianship Attorney, to request that the appropriate Florida Circuit Court establish a Guardianship and appoint a Guardian.  There are two (2) types of Guardianships, Li...

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What is a Florida Guardianship Bond?

A Florida Guardianship Bond is critical in those situations when a court-appointed individual Guardian does not perform and fulfill their obligations to act responsibly and make the appropriate decisions regarding both the personal and property rights of the Ward. Read More

Removing a Florida Court Appointed Guardian

If you have a reasonable basis that you can substantiate, that the court-appointed Guardian is improperly caring for your loved one, the Ward, or not properly performing their fiduciary obligations, you...

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Florida Guardian Advocacy for Your Cognitively Challenged Child

When a person turns eighteen (18) years of age, according to Florida law they are an adult. As an adult, you are expected to make the appropriate decisions about your medical treatment, finances, and life. To make these appropriate decisions, you should be competent t...

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The Rights of a Beneficiary in Florida Probate Administration

The beneficiary of a Florida estate being administered in Florida has certain rights pursuant to the applicable Florida Laws in the Florida Probate Code and the Florida Probate Rules. The most crucial rights of a beneficiary are: ...

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