Guardianship ADMINISTRATION

The following will assist you in learning more about Guardianships in Florida.

• Florida Guardianship – A summary of the procedures necessary to seek appointment as Guardian under Florida law.

• Minor Guardianships – Procedures for the appointment of a Guardian for a minor (under the age of eighteen) to receive distributions from an estate, insurance proceeds or personal injury settlement which exceeds $15,000.00.

• Guardian Advocate – Streamlined procedures for the appointment of a Guardian for a person with Developmental Disabilities.

• Alternatives to Guardianship – It may be possible to avoid the need of a court appointed Guardianship by proper planning for incapacity.

• See below for Articles & Guardianship Forms: