Sometimes, due to a variety of reasons, individuals require a court-appointed guardian to make important financial, legal and life decisions on their behalf. Here's what to know about guardianships and why they are needed in certain circumstances. What is...
Special needs and guardianships
Either as children or adults, your kids might need someone assigned to provide special care to them. Guardianships are an option in Florida when a beneficiary of your estate is under the age of 18. Sometimes, assets aren't even useful until children become adults. If...
Facts about adult guardianships
In Florida, adult guardianship is a process in which someone receives the legal authority to make decisions for another adult regarding finances, medical treatment, and so forth. This process helps adults who have lost their capacity to make decisions for themselves...
How to terminate guardianship in Florida
Some Florida parents couldn’t imagine terminating guardianship rights to their child or family member. In most cases, the decision to do so is a last resort and reserved for extreme circumstances. Florida guardians might suffer legal consequences when looking to...
How do you select a guardian for your child?
You cannot imagine not raising your children or not being with them for years to come, but you know you must provide for them if the worst happens. How should you choose your children's guardian? Forbes offers guidance on selecting a guardian. Learn how to provide...
Using disability guardianships to protect your children
If you are the parent of a teenager with special needs, you may be worried about who will handle their finances. While your child is still a minor, you are still in control as their parent and legal guardian. But once they turn 18, they will become a legal adult, even...
Reforms to professional guardianship program proposed
The Florida Department of Elder Affairs houses the Office of Public and Professional Guardians. Regulating over 500 professional guardians statewide, investigating complaints and imposing discipline where deemed appropriate has been part of OPPG's responsibilities...
Are you ready to act as a child’s guardian?
Your close friends recently sat you down and shared the news that, if something happens to them, they would like for you to become their kids’ legal guardian. While this responsibility may not require moving out of Florida, it is a lot to think about. To help you...
Protecting Florida’s elderly from bad guardianships
According to ABC Action News, professional guardianships is a growing industry in Florida. These professionals make a living from caring for people who have varying levels of incapacitation due to age, disability or overall failing health. However, the industry is so...
Answering frequently asked questions about guardians
If you are ever named a guardian of a minor or you need to set up guardianship for your minor child, you should know some of the most basic information about this legal position. Today, we will answer some frequently asked questions about guardians. Do I need to...
