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File Your Petition

Follow the steps below and then click Next at the bottom of the page

Petition Filing Checklist

Review this checklist to make sure that you have all of the information needed to file your petition.
Clicking on the links below will open up a new browser tab with that information​​
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  1. ​Application for Appointment as Guardian Advocate (a separate form is needed for each guardian advocate)
  2. Petition for Appointment of Guardian Advocate of the Person
  3. Oath of Guardian Advocate, Designation of Resident Agent and Acceptance (a separate form is needed for each guardian advocate)
  4. Order Appointing Guardian Advocate of the Person Only
  5. Letters of Guardian Advocate of the Person Only
  6. ​You have a plan to handle the Petition Filing Fee
  7. County-specific forms and processes

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Disclaimer: Turning 18 is a joint collaboration between GAPS Legal PLLC and The Florida Bar Foundation. This website does not constitute legal advice and is provided as-is without any warranty or guarantee. Although a lawyer is not required to successfully file a guardian advocate case, you may want to seek legal guidance from a licensed lawyer.
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