Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Guardian Fees Charged By Family Member (Son)

What principle(s)or theories w/ explanation may be used by a son to charge guardian fees for three years back and after mother dies (a legal guardianship was in existence for all 3 years)?

Instead of contemporaneous records, the guardian / son plans to show documentation w/ time assigned to documents (over 500 documents were generated)as proof that work was performed. Will this fly?

Is the fact that the son's income was severely curtailed during the course of care of his mother, play a part as evidence, in presenting the case in favor of son?


Asked on 10/04/02, 10:43 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Karen Spigler Law Firm of Karen Spigler, LLC

Re: Guardian Fees Charged By Family Member (Son)

Florida has specific laws governing guardianship proceedings and guardian activities, all of which are designed to protect the interests of the ward. A Florida guardian is accountable to the local court and must report annually on the status of the ward and account for all financial activity. Florida Statute 744 dictates the powers and duties of a guardian and the limitations.

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Answered on 10/04/02, 12:07 pm


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