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When Guardianship and Divorce Intersect
Few people would characterize getting divorced as a happy time in their life. Divorce brings a lot of large and difficult changes to the couple, their children, extended family, and friends. It is common for emotions to run high as the parties work to settle issues necessary to divorce and learn how to navigate… Read More »
Proposed Reform of Florida’s Guardianship System
As people move into the later years of their life, it is not uncommon for them to experience a decline in their mental or physical faculties that reduces their ability to make competent life decisions. Although it may be hard to admit a family member is displaying signs of mental or physical decline, especially… Read More »
The Basics of Guardianship
In Florida, there are two kinds of guardianships. One guardianship is for adults, and one guardianship is for children or minors. (In Florida, a minor is anyone who is under 18 years of age. (Florida Statutes, Section 743.07)). What is a Guardianship? A guardianship is a legal proceeding whereby a Florida court appoints a… Read More »