Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.Sep 15, 20202 minCan You Appoint a Standby Guardian Advocate?Yes, the Petitioner(s) in a Guardian Advocacy proceeding for an adult with a developmental disability can request the court to appoint a...
Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.Jul 20, 20201 minGuardian Advocacy: Who is Developmentally Disabled?A person must be “developmentally disabled” to qualify for Florida’s Guardian Advocacy proceeding. Florida’s Guardian Advocacy proceeding...
Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.Jun 22, 20203 minWhat is the Difference between Guardianship and Guardian Advocacy?The biggest difference between guardianship and guardian advocacy is that a court can appoint a guardian advocate for a disabled person...
Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.May 21, 20201 minWhat is a Guardian Advocate?When a child with a developmental disability turns 18, the parents no longer have legal authority to make decisions for the adult child...
Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.Feb 24, 20201 minWho Can Serve as Guardian of a Minor in Florida?If a minor’s natural guardian becomes unable to serve as the custodian of a minor child, either as a result of death, disability...
Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.Jan 16, 20201 minWhen Can I Become the Guardian Advocate for My Special Needs Child?Sometimes children with special needs or developmental disabilities need legal guardians throughout their adulthood. When is it time to...
Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.Dec 23, 20192 minHow Do I Remain the Guardian of My Adult Special Needs Child?Sometimes our loved ones are born with special needs that require special care. All children need help from their parents caring for them...