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Guardianship Attorney | South Florida<\/p>

Plenary Guardianship Attorney Serving South Florida Families<\/h1>

Robinson & Casey handles plenary guardianship petitions for adults and minors who need comprehensive legal protection and decision-making authority.<\/p>

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By Richard J. Casey III, Esq. \u00b7 Published October 02, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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Plenary Guardianship Attorney in Florida<\/h2>\n

Plenary guardianship grants a guardian broad legal authority to make personal, medical, and financial decisions on behalf of an incapacitated person across nearly all areas of life. If a loved one has lost the capacity to make decisions due to dementia, brain injury, stroke, or severe mental illness, plenary guardianship may be the legal framework your family needs to protect them and manage their affairs.<\/p>\n

Robinson & Casey handles plenary guardianship petitions and ongoing administration for families across South Florida and statewide. We guide you through the process, explain your options, and help you understand whether plenary or limited guardianship is appropriate for your loved one’s situation.<\/p>\n

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What Is Plenary Guardianship?<\/h2>\n

Plenary guardianship is a court-ordered arrangement in which a guardian is appointed to make all significant decisions for a person (called the “ward”) who lacks the capacity to make those decisions themselves. The guardian’s authority covers personal care, medical treatment, financial management, and legal matters\u2014essentially all areas where decision-making is required.<\/p>\n

This differs from limited guardianship, where the guardian’s authority is restricted to specific areas the court identifies based on the ward’s remaining abilities. Plenary guardianship is appropriate when the court finds clear and convincing evidence that the person lacks capacity across all major life domains.<\/p>\n

Plenary guardianship in Florida is governed by Chapter 744 of the Florida Statutes<\/a>, which establishes the legal requirements, procedures, and ongoing duties for guardians.<\/p>\n

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Who Needs Plenary Guardianship?<\/h2>\n

Plenary guardianship is appropriate for adults who lack decision-making capacity across all significant life areas. Common situations include:<\/p>\n