by Laurie Ohall | May 16, 2023 | Elder Law, Guardianship
Are you concerned about the well-being of an elderly loved one who can no longer make decisions on their own? As Tampa elder lawyers, we know that adult guardianships can be a solution if your loved one doesn’t have a proper estate plan in place. This blog post...
by Laurie Ohall | Apr 18, 2023 | Guardianship, Wills and Trusts
The decision to name a guardian for your minor children is a significant one, as it ensures they will be cared for and raised by someone you trust in the event something happens to you. In this blog post, we’ll explore the essential qualities to look for when...
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 10, 2022 | Guardianship
Many people responsible for caring for an aging relative or a child whose parents have died undoubtedly face difficulties and challenges. If your loved one needs assistance caring for themselves, they may need a guardian to make crucial life decisions on their behalf....
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 15, 2021 | Guardianship
Guardianship describes the relationship of legal responsibility that one person has to another. The person who has authority is known as a guardian, while the person in a guardian’s care is known as a ward. One common example of a guardian-ward relationship is an...
by Laurie Ohall | Aug 16, 2021 | Guardianship
The media has been buzzing for months regarding the conservatorship (called an adult guardianship here in Florida) of Brittney Spears and the legal ramifications that being under a guardianship means to an individual. However, many Florida estate and elder attorneys...
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 14, 2020 | Guardianship
As parents, we naturally worry about the safety and well-being of our kids. But life happens and sometimes tragedy is unavoidable. That’s why as parents, it’s so critically important to create an estate plan and name guardians for your children. If you unexpectedly...
