Guardianship & Incapacity Planning in Florida
Protecting Decision-Making When It Matters Most
Key Takeaways
● Guardianship removes personal decision-making
● Many families don’t realize alternatives exist
● Planning ahead preserves control
● Strategy matters more than documents
What is guardianship in Florida?
Guardianship in Florida is a court process where a judge appoints someone to make decisions for an individual deemed incapacitated. Planning ahead can often reduce or avoid guardianship by clearly naming decision-makers and documenting wishes.
Guardianship is often necessary — but it is rarely what families want.
Attorney Sonia Muñoz Gallagher helps families understand guardianship, explore alternatives, and plan ahead so decisions remain in trusted hands whenever possible.
This requires thoughtful legal strategy under Florida law.
WHO THIS IS FOR
● Parents of minor children
● Families with aging parents
● Widows and single parents
● Caregivers concerned about incapacity
HOW CLIENTS START
Most families begin with a Care & Protection Planning Strategy Session™, designed to provide clarity before crisis-driven decisions are made.
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Is guardianship always required?
No. With proper planning, families may avoid or limit court involvement.