First Legal Guardianship – First Legal PA

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Has a loved one become disabled or incapacitated ?
Disabled child turning 18?

With over 20 years of experience in Guardianship, Estate Planning, Elder Law and Probate, the attorneys at First Legal can help you and your family take care of those who are unable to care for themselves. We know that every family has different needs and wishes for their loved ones and we pride ourselves in providing tailored assistance to each of them to ensure their specific desires are properly met.

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What Our Clients Are Saying

My wife and I are very happy and satisfied with the job you have done for us. We will recommend all our friends to you. Thanks!

Acluche family

I highly recommend First Legal, P.A. Attorneys Mark Mastrarrigo and Renzo Bosoni were very committed, well prepared, professional and always available to answer my questions and solve my concerns. Attorney Bosoni speaks Spanish which, in my case, makes a big difference when dealing with legal matters.

D. Ocampo

There is nothing that I can say that you could have done better to help me with my advanced directives and will. I can’t tell you how touched I am by your level of care and follow up. It was truly a tremendous experience. And your staff in the office was so pleasant to work with too.

Marilyn Brodax

My mother needed to do a testament and we ended up doing a trust that was much more convenient. Mark was very patient to Through the process and took the time to explain everything to us. We made the right decision after his suggestions. In addition, the prices was very accesible. I will be returning to do a trust for my family Very soon.

Laura

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If you are reading this, chances are there is someone close to you who does not have the mental or legal capacity to make decisions for him or herself. It could be an elderly parent who suffers from dementia, a minor child who has lost his or her parents, or a disabled minor who is turning 18 years old and therefore her parents will no longer be able to make decisions on her behalf. In any of these situations, Florida law requires you hire an attorney and petition to the court to be appointed guardian of your loved one so you can care for them.

Whether it is a minor or an adult, with many years of experience in guardianship law, our attorneys have the experience and expertise necessary to assist you to make sure you are appointed guardian of your loved one and that the best interests of those you care for are always being met.

At First Legal we are committed to providing high quality representation and you will have a team of dedicated attorneys that will partner with you and your family through this process ensuring your interests are being met. We will be at your disposal ready to answer all your questions or address any concerns you might have.

We have a simple rule, we only get involved where we think we can help.

Call one of our Lawyers for a Free Consultation (954)-998-1488

Guardianship Process

Once a guardianship petition is filed with the court, the court will appoint a three-member examining committee composed of two doctors and a lay person who will meet with the potential ward to make a determination of incapacity.
Once a determination of incapacity has been made by the three-member committee, the court will determine if the petitioner is qualified to be appointed as guardian keeping the ward’s best interest in mind.

Appointed as Guardian

Once you are appointed guardian, you will have to present to the court an annual accounting and inventory of the ward’s assets and report how the wards assets are being used for the benefit and care of the ward.
As the guardian of an incapacitated person you must exercise the rights that have been removed from the ward and entrusted to you, such as the provision of medical, mental and personal care services and the determination of the location and type of home best suited for the needs of the incapacitated person.

Who needs a guardian?

– Adults who have become incapacitated and can no longer manage their finances or health
– Minor children who have lost their parents
– Disabled minors who are turning into adults and need continued care

What can we do?

– Prepare petition to determine incapacity
– File guardianship petition with the court
– Comply with all court required accounting and yearly plans to ensure you as the guardian can continue to care for your loved one
– Set up special needs trusts for disabled wards or beneficiaries

Peace of Mind

Success for us is knowing that you will be able to provide the care and assistance your loved ones need without having to worry that the decisions you make for their benefit will be challenged or invalidated later on. We will help you from beginning to end, so we can worry about the legal process and you can spend your time making sure your loved one’s needs are being met.

Office Hours

Monday to Friday
09:00 AM - 06:00PM

First Legal, P.A.

1930 Harrison Street
Suite 209
Hollywood, FL 33020

Phone: 954 998 1488
email: info@firstlegalpa.com

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