How We Can Help

We understand the sensitive nature of these cases and are here to support and help guide you through this difficult time. You will have the attorney’s cell phone number working on your matter and direct access in your times of greatest need. We are committed to treating you with the attentiveness, responsiveness, and respect you deserve while providing effective, efficient, and high-quality legal representation.

Guardianship is a process with both practical and legal challenges and a combination of serious personal, emotional, and financial implications, which shouldn’t be faced alone. Failure to timely obtain experienced counsel can have long-lasting and profound impacts on relationships, assets, and outcomes.

Call our Guardianship attorneys at (800) 484-4381 to schedule a complimentary and confidential consultation today.

FAQs

What is Guardianship?

• Guardianship is a legal proceeding in which the Courts appoint a guardian to exercise the legal rights of an incapacitated person. The type of guardianship needed depends on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Who is Incapacitated?

• An incapacitated person is someone who has been judicially determined to lack the capacity to manage at least some of their property or fails to meet some essential health or safety requirements. Until a person is legally adjudicated as incapacitated, they have the full right to make whatever decisions they want.

Who Can Be a Guardian?

• Any Florida resident at least 18 years old and certain relatives that are not Florida residents may serve as a guardian. No person who has been convicted of a felony or incapable of discharging the duties of a guardian may be appointed.

How Much Does Guardianship Cost?

• Court costs and attorneys’ fees vary depending on the type of guardianship involved and the complexity of the case. Costs are generally reimbursed from assets of the incapacitated person if they have the assets or income to do so and after court approval is secured.