Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

How to becume a legal gaurdian of my grandson who is 20 years old


Asked on 1/13/11, 10:58 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

William Gwaltney William W. Gwaltney, Attorneys at Law

Unless your grandson is incapacitated there is no need for a guardianship. If he has a medical condition (or conditions) that make him unable to care for himself then he may need a guardian.

If he already has a guardian then you must file to have the guardian removed and then go through the process of getting appointed. If he has never had a guardianship established then the process through the court to establish a guardianship may be necessary.

Guardianships can be very costly and can have negative long term effects. There are sometimes less intrusive ways to accomplish the same goals. If your grandson has a medical condition that makes him unable to care for himself, then you need to consult with an attorney who specializes in "Elder Care Law". Even though he is not elderly, this is the practice area that focuses on the needs of those unable to care for themselves. If you do not have the funds to pursue this on your own, you may be able to get some assistance through the Florida Department of Children and Families.

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Answered on 1/19/11, 2:09 pm


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