Articles from Yergey & Yergey, P.A.
Practical guidance on Florida probate, estate planning, guardianship, and trust law — written by attorneys who practice it every day in Orange County and the surrounding circuits.
Guardianship
Emergency Temporary Guardianship vs. Regular Guardianship in Florida: Navigating the Legal Waters
In Florida, understanding the differences between emergency temporary guardianship and regular guardianship is crucial for those navigating these waters. Emergency temporary guardianship provides immediate protection in urgent situations, while regular guardianship offers a comprehensive long-term solution for ongoing incapacity.
Guardianship
Understanding the Nuances of Guardianship in Florida: Plenary vs. Limited
In Florida guardianship law, a crucial distinction exists between plenary and limited guardianship. The difference is not just legal semantics — it significantly shapes the lives of wards and their guardians.
Estate Planning
Understanding the Power Behind a Florida Durable Power of Attorney
A durable power of attorney is the document that lets someone you trust manage your finances if you cannot. Florida's specific requirements for this document are easy to miss — and missing them renders the document useless at the worst possible moment.
Firm News
Treasures of the Vault: Three Generations of Practicing Law in Orlando
In a walk-in vault beneath our downtown Orlando office sit the diplomas, plaques, and awards of three generations of Yergey attorneys. David A. Yergey, Jr. opens the vault and tells the story of a family law practice that began when a car broke down outside a small town called Orlando in 1927.