If you are a planner, you may have heard about designating a Florida preneed guardian for yourself should you become incapacitated during your lifetime.
By designating a Florida preneed guardian, you are essentially nominating someone to take care of your personal and financial well-being if you become incapacitated. Should you become incapacitated and require a guardian, the person you have designated to be your Florida preneed guardian is likely to be appointed by the court to take care of your personal and financial affairs. The courts have found that as long as the appointment of the Florida preneed guardian would not be contrary to your best interests, that person will be allowed to serve. However, the court is not bound to appoint the Florida preneed guardian if that person is found to be unqualified to serve as guardian.
It is also important to note that you can list multiple people – in order of preference – and state which people you do not want to serve as guardian. Such designations can help to prevent abuse from untrustworthy family members or friends.
Making the decision of who you would like to take care of you and your finances in the event of your incapacitation is not to be taken lightly. You want to be sure it is done correctly. Contact an attorney today to assist you with this planning.