A guardian advocate is someone chosen by the court to make decisions for a person with mental health issues who is unable to make decisions on their own. You may be appointed if your loved one is admitted to a mental health facility against their will because they are...
Guardianships
Minor guardianships and restricted depositories
When a child’s parents become unfit or unable to care for their children, a guardianship may be appropriate. Along with this role come several responsibilities, including caring for the child’s physical, emotional, psychological, and educational well-being. But the...
Guardianship bill gives additional power to judges and guardians
Florida is a state to which many people flock in the winter. The weather is warm and sunny and really pleasant at times when many parts of the country are dealing with snow storms and icy roads. Many seniors want to be in Florida because they need to be where it is...
The basics of incapacitated adult guardianship in Florida
Your parents may be aging, and they may soon be in a state where they can no longer care for themselves or make appropriate decisions, especially if they suffer from a condition like dementia or Alzheimer’s. When this happens, it may be necessary to assign a guardian...
Recent changes in Florida guardianship laws
Guardianship of vulnerable individuals is sometimes necessary, but it is important that the ward’s rights are upheld and that the guardian executes their duties in an appropriate manner. Earlier this year, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into a law a bill that...