Boca Raton Guardianship Lawyer
If you need legal help with a guardianship matter involving a minor child, an aging parent, an adult with a disability, or a loved one who can no longer manage their affairs, the Law Offices of Rina Feld can help you determine the appropriate next steps. We assist families with guardianship matters from the initial consultation through court filings, hearings, and ongoing guardianship administration.
Every guardianship matter begins with understanding your family’s circumstances and the concerns that led you to seek legal assistance. We will discuss your situation, explain your available options, and help you determine how to move forward. If guardianship is the appropriate path, we can prepare the necessary paperwork, file with the court, and represent you throughout the process.
The Law Offices of Rina Feld offers a free 15-minute phone consultation for prospective clients. Call (561) 279-6771 or contact our office to discuss your guardianship matter and learn how we may be able to help.
Our Process
We want you to be comfortable with the process of seeking guardianship for a loved one, so here is a step-by-step explanation of the process:
Consultation
We’ll meet with you to discuss the situation that you hope to address. Our goal is to learn about your family and the person who you believe may need support.
Explore Options
Sometimes, seeking guardianship is a good option. In other cases, we may recommend different solutions that fit the situation better.
Develop Strategy
Once you’ve made a decision, we’ll prepare to take the next steps.
Draft Documents and File Paperwork
If you want to pursue guardianship, we’ll gather evidence and file the appropriate paperwork with the local circuit court.
Attend a Hearing
After we file the paperwork, the court will schedule a hearing as soon as possible. We’ll help you prepare for the hearing and represent you.
Administering Guardianship
If you are chosen as guardian, we’ll assist you with filing reports and making sure you’re compliant with Florida rules for guardians.
How Our Guardianship Lawyers Can Help
At the Law Offices of Rina Feld, we assist you with each part of the guardianship process, from exploring your options to making court filings. Here are some of the services we provide:
- Free consultation to discuss the situation and your options.
- Filing legal paperwork with the circuit court.
- Representing you at hearings related to the guardianship process.
- Assisting you with regular reports to the court if you’re appointed guardian
- Designating a potential guardian for your minor children in case you are unable to care for them.
- Assisting individuals with special needs and adults with disabilities with guardianship matters.
Why Choose The Law Offices of Rina Feld for Guardianship?
Choosing a guardianship lawyer means choosing someone you can trust to handle an important matter involving your family and your loved one. At the Law Offices of Rina Feld, clients work with a boutique firm that provides direct, personal attention throughout the legal process.
Personal Attention From an Experienced Boutique Firm
The Law Offices of Rina Feld is a boutique firm focused on Probate Administration, Estate Planning, and Guardianship Administration. Because every case is unique, the firm works closely with clients to provide the time, attention, and practical legal guidance their circumstances require. The firm brings 20+ collective years of experience in these areas of law, with Rina Feld, Esq. providing personal, hands-on legal services and working to resolve clients’ disputes effectively and efficiently.
Legal, Business, and Litigation Experience
Rina Feld focuses her practice on Probate Administration, Estate Planning, and Guardianship Administration. In addition to her JD, she holds an MBA in International Business and is fluent in Russian. Attorney Hailey L. Wilson brings a decade of litigation experience to the firm, which can be particularly valuable when guardianship matters become contested or disagreements arise between family members. She also handles Probate Administration, Estate Planning, and Guardianship Administration matters.
Start With a Free 15-Minute Phone Consultation
You do not have to determine your next legal step on your own. The firm offers a free 15-minute phone consultation where you can discuss your situation and learn whether its guardianship services are appropriate for your needs. This initial conversation provides an opportunity to understand your options and determine the best way to move forward.
Talk With a Boca Raton Guardianship Lawyer
If you are considering guardianship for a child, parent, or another family member, the Law Offices of Rina Feld can help you understand your options and determine how to move forward.
From the firm’s Boca Raton office, the attorneys assist clients throughout South Florida with guardianship matters and related legal needs.
Law Offices of Rina Feld
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3013 Yamato Rd, B12-347
Boca Raton, FL 33434 - (561) 279-6771
- information@rinafeldpa.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a guardian advocate?
Under Florida law, a guardian advocate may sometimes be appointed as an alternative to full guardianship. This less restrictive option is only available for adults with specific developmental disorders, such as Down Syndrome or autism. It does not require the ward to be declared incapacitated, so the process may be easier than seeking full guardianship.
How do you know if someone is incapacitated and cannot manage their own affairs?
Florida defines incapacity as an adult lacking the necessary capacity to manage at least some of their own property, or to provide for their own health and safety. The court makes this determination after appointing a committee of experts to examine the evidence.
What is emergency and temporary guardianship, and when is it needed?
Emergency temporary guardianship may be appropriate when immediate action is needed to protect an incapacitated person or their property. A court may appoint a temporary guardian when there is an immediate risk to the person’s health, safety, or property. This type of guardianship is generally temporary and subject to court oversight.