Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Will forms filed in one state be recognized in other states

If I file Temporary guardianship, living will, and a living trust in the state of Florida will it be recognized in other states or do I have to refile in each state if I move.


Asked on 8/25/07, 10:13 am

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Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: Will forms filed in one state be recognized in other states

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To my knowledge, there is no such thing as a temporary guardianship. Either a guardian is appointed by a court or one is not. The guardian remains in power until removed or the ward dies.

As to a Living Will and Living Trust, they are not filed until a party dies. If written in Florida, it will generally be valid in other states, but it would be up to the laws of that state.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 8/25/07, 11:12 am


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