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Category archives: Durable Power of Attorney

Hickman Recognized By Supreme Court Of Florida
5 days ago
Associate Attorney Alison E. Hickman was recognized by the Supreme Court of Florida for her pro bono work in the Fourth Judicial Circuit. In addition to this letter of Recognition, she received a writing pen and lapel pin from the Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division and Florida Pro Bono Coordinat... [read more]

The Importance Of A Living Will
2 weeks ago
We're often asked by clients if they can make sure that they are not kept alive by artificial means if they are in a terminal situation due to an accident or illness. Our answer is that a Living Will is an important part of their Estate Plan because it clearly states what their wishes are regarding ... [read more]

The Importance of Advance Directives
4 weeks ago
We're often asked by clients how they can make sure that their personal care and financial decisions are made the way they want them to be be managed if they are not able to make them for themselves due to incapacity or illness. Our answer is that in addition to designating a Health Care Surrogate a... [read more]

How do I prepare for my first meeting with one of your Elder Law Attorneys?
2 months ago
A question we are asked regularly by new and potential clients is how they can prepare for a meeting with one of our Elder Law Attorneys. Our answer is: first, think about your goals, and identify what you'd like to accomplish; second, generate a list of any questions you'd like the attorney to answ... [read more]

Why Use An Elder Law Attorney?
2 months ago
We're often asked why someone needs an Estate Plan from an Elder Law Attorney when there are so many do-it-yourself Wills and Estate Planning documents readily available. Our answer is that as in addition to staying current with all relevant Florida Statutes that may affect our clients and their fam... [read more]

Helping Caregivers Prepare For Their Futures
2 months ago
We are often asked by caregivers how they can manage their duties of helping the seniors in their lives and be prepared to meet the needs for their futures too. Our answer is that depending on their situation, we can help them better manage their vital caregiving roles and protect themselves with ap... [read more]

Avoid Sibling Disputes Over Caregiving By Putting It in Writing
2 months ago
Caring for an elderly parent can be stressful for families. Siblings may disagree over how to provide care or where a parent will live, and if these squabbles escalate into a guardianship battle, it can cost the family thousands of dollars. To avoid this, lawyers have begun drafting sibling agreemen... [read more]

Happy Valentine's Day!
2 months ago
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to express gratitude for your family and friends. Our office wishes you and your loved ones all the best today, and throughout this beautiful early spring in North Florida! We are grateful to be a part of your community and to have to the opportunity to help fa... [read more]

Helping Clients Protect and Provide for Minor Children
3 months ago
One question that we're often asked by clients who are parents of minor children is how they can make sure that their children are provided for in the event that they cannot do so. Our answer is that, in addition to having their own Advance Directive and Estate Planning tools in place, such as a Dur... [read more]

Assisting College Age Children With Essential Estate Planning
3 months ago
One question that we're often asked by parents is what happens when their child turns 18 year old and goes away to college – will they be able to access information and make decisions for their child when necessary? Do young college age children and grandchildren need to have Estate Planning documen... [read more]

Durable Power of Attorney: An Essential Estate Planning Tool
6 months ago
We are regularly asked by clients what they can do to ensure that they are protected financially if, in the event of an accident, an unexpected illness, or a period of incapacity, they are unable to make financial and business decisions for themselves. We advise clients to have a trusted family mem... [read more]

Take These Three Steps When Your Child Turns 18
8 months ago
If your child has reached the teenage years, you may already feel as though you are losing control of her life. This is legally true once your child reaches the age of 18 because then the state considers your child to be an adult with the legal right to govern his or her own life. Up until yo... [read more]