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Sep 15
2 min

Can 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 ...

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Guardian Advocacy: Who is Developmentally Disabled?

Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.

Jul 20
1 min

Guardian Advocacy: Who is Developmentally Disabled?

A person must be “developmentally disabled” to qualify for Florida’s Guardian Advocacy proceeding. Florida’s Guardian Advocacy proceeding...

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What is the Difference between Guardianship and Guardian Advocacy?

Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.

Jun 22
3 min

What 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 with

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Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.

May 21
1 min

What 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. ...

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Who Can Serve as Guardian of a Minor in Florida?

Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.

Feb 24
1 min

Who 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, incarce...

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When Can I Become the Guardian Advocate for My Special Needs Child?

Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.

Jan 16
1 min

When 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 a...

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How Do I Remain the Guardian of My Adult Special Needs Child?

Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.

Dec 23, 2019
2 min

How 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...

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