Everything you need to know about Florida Form G13, including helpful tips, fast facts & deadlines, how to fill it out, where to submit it and other related FL probate forms.
There are all sorts of forms executors, beneficiaries, and probate court clerks have to fill out and correspond with during probate and estate settlement, including affidavits, letters, petitions, summons, orders, and notices.
Order Appointing Limited Guardian Of Person & Property is a commonly used form within Florida. Here’s an overview of what the form is and means, including a breakdown of the situations when (or why) you may need to use it:
Sometimes it’s tough to find a quick summary— here’s the important details you should know about Order Appointing Limited Guardian Of Person & Property:
This form pertains to the State of Florida
Government forms are not typically updated often, though when they are, it often happens rather quietly. While Atticus works hard to keep this information about Florida’s Form G13 - Order Appointing Limited Guardian Of Person & Property up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.
Double check that you have both the correct form name and the correct form ID. Some Florida probate forms can look remarkably similar, so it’s best to double, even triple-check that you’re using the right one! Keep in mind that not all States have a standardized Form ID system for their probate forms.
Fill out all relevant fields in Form G13, take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in FL are long enough to begin with, and making a silly error can push your timeline even farther back. No thank you!
Note: If you don’t currently know all of the answers and are accessing Form G13 online, be sure to avoid closing the browser tab and potentially losing all your progress (or use a platform like Atticus to help avoid making mistakes).
Some States and situations require particular forms to be notarized. If you have been instructed to get the document notarized or see it in writing on the document, then make sure to hire a local notary. There are max notary fees in the United States that are defined and set by local law. Take a look at our full guide to notary fees to make sure you aren’t overpaying or getting ripped off.
This is most often the local probate court where the decedent (person who passed away) is domiciled (permanently resides) or the institution involved with this particular form (e.g. a bank). Some offices allow you to submit forms online, other’s don’t, and we while we generally recommend going in-person to expedite the process, sometimes that simply isn’t an option.
It’s also a generally good idea to establish a positive working relationship with any probate clerk (unfortunately there’s enough people & process out there making things more difficult and unnecessarily confusing for them), so a best practice is to simply ask the probate clerk proactively exactly how and where they’d prefer you to submit all forms.
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Different probate forms or processes can require different deadlines or response times for completing the appropriate form.
While some steps in the process are bound to specific deadlines (like petitioning for probate, having to submit an inventory of assets, or filing applicable notices to creditors and beneficiaries), many probate forms or processes are not tied to a specific deadline since the scope of work can vary based on situational factors or requirements involved.
Either way, there are a bunch of practical reasons why personal representatives should work to complete each step as thoroughly and quickly as possible when completing probate in Florida.
The sooner you begin, the faster Florida can allow heirs and beneficiaries to get their share of assets subject to probate. Acting promptly can also decrease the costs & overall mental fatigue through an otherwise burdensome process.
Helpful Context: What’s the Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Assets?
In general, creditors of an estate usually have around 3-6 months from the time you file notice to creditors to file any claims for debt against the deceased’s assets. If they don’t, then that debt is forfeited (and more importantly, the executor won’t be held personally responsible). So doing this sooner means you have a better idea of who is owed what and ensures you won’t get a surprise collector months later.
Not filing a will within 30 days (on average) could mean that the probate process proceeds according to intestate laws (laws that govern what happens to someone's stuff without a will) or is subject to unnecessary supervision by the probate court. And if you aren't directly related to the deceased (a.k.a. next of kin), this could also mean you lose your inheritance.
It’s important to file any necessary state tax returns on behalf of the deceased or estate by the following tax season in Florida. If you don’t, you could owe penalties and interest. This also includes any necessary federal tax returns such as Forms 1040, 1041, or even a Form 706 estate tax return.
If a house in the State of Florida is left empty (or abandoned) for a while, insurance can get dicey. For example, if the house burns down and no one has been there for a year, an insurance company may get out of paying your claim.
If you’re not using Atticus to get specific forms, deadlines, and timelines for Florida probate, then try and stay as organized as possible, pay close attention to the dates mentioned in any correspondence you have with the State’s government officials, call the local Florida probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form G13, and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.
Order Appointing Limited Guardian Of Person & Property is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.
It may also be available through some Florida probate court sites, such as . In order to access the latest version, be updated with any revisions, and get full instructions on how to complete each form, check out the Atticus Probate & Estate Settlement software or consider hiring a qualified legal expert locally within Florida.
While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form G13 - Order Appointing Limited Guardian Of Person & Property f using any other site or resource in order to avoid having to re-complete the form process and/or make another trip to the Florida probate court office.
Order Appointing Limited Guardian Of Person & Property is a .pdf, so opening it should be as simple as clicking “View Form” from within the Atticus app or by clicking the appropriate link found on any Florida-provided government platform. Once you’ve opened the form, you should be able to directly edit the form before saving or printing.
Form G13 - Order Appointing Limited Guardian Of Person & Property is a probate form in Florida.
Florida has multiple types of probate and the necessary forms depend on the unique aspects of each estate, such as type and value of assets, whether there was a valid will, who is serving as the personal representative or executor, and even whether or not they also live in Florida.
During probate, all personal representatives and executives in are required to submit a detailed inventory of assets that must separate non-probate assets from probate assets.
Probate in Florida, especially without guidance, can take years to finish and cost upwards of $14,000.
What is probate, exactly?
Probate is the government’s way of making sure that when a person dies, the right stuff goes to the right people (including the taxes the government wants).
All of that stuff is collectively known as someone’s “estate”, and it’s the job of the executor or personal representative to fill out all the forms and complete all the required steps to formally dissolve the estate.
To get instant clarity on the entire probate process and get an idea of the steps, timeline, and best practices, read the Atticus Beginner’s Guide to Probate.
Where can I get help with Probate?
The best place? Create an account in Atticus to start getting estate-specific advice.
You may need a lawyer, you may not, and paying for one when you didn’t need it really hurts. Atticus makes sure you make the best decisions (plus you can write it off as an executor expense).
We’ve also created a list of other probate services. Be sure to check it out!
What does a FL executor or personal representative have to do?
An executor is named in someone’s will, and if the deceased didn’t have a will, then the spouse or other close family relative usually steps up to fulfill the role. If no one wants to do it, then a judge will appoint someone.
The executor is responsible for the complete management of the probate process, including major responsibilities such as:
Creating an inventory of all probate assets.
Filling out all necessary forms
Paying off all estate debts and taxes
Submitting reports to the court and beneficiaries as requested
And much more. This process often stretches longer than a year.
For an idea of what separates executors who succeed from those who make this way harder than it should be, visit our article, Executors of an Estate:
What they do & secrets to succeeding.
Here’s the text, verbatim, that is found on Florida Form G13 - Order Appointing Limited Guardian Of Person & Property. You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: GUARDIANSHIP OF ________________________________ Case No. _______________ Section _______________ G-13 ORDER APPOINTING LIMITED GUARDIAN OF PERSON AND PROPERTY (Incapacitated person - No Known Advance Directive) On the petition of _________________________ for the appointment of a limited guardian of the person and property (“Guardian”) of the above-named Ward, the Court makes the following findings: 1.By Order of this Court dated __________, the Ward was found to be incapacitated, and having considered guardianship alternatives, the Court found that no guardianship alternative sufficiently addressed the Ward’s needs, and that the restriction imposed on the Ward’s rights and liberties are both consistent with the Ward’s safety and welfare and are the least restrictive appropriate alternatives available as the Ward retains the right to make decisions in all matters commensurate with his/her ability to do so. 2.The Order Determining Limited Capacity established the Ward’s incapacity to exercise the following rights: _______ To marry_______ To vote _______ To personally apply for benefits_______ To have a driver’s license _______ To travel_______ To seek or retain employment _______ To contract_______ To manage property, make gifts, or dispose of property _______ To sue and defend lawsuit_______ To determine residence _______ To consent to medical or mental health treatment _______ To make decisions about social environment or other social aspects of life _______ To have a license to carry a weapon and firearm and or possess a weapon or firearm Page 1 of 3 Probate Division:Case Name:Case No.: Note: The Ward’s right to marry, vote, travel, personally apply for benefits, have a driver’s license, or to seek or retain employment, may not be delegated to a guardian. In addition, if the right to contract has been removed, the right to marry is subject to court approval. 3.The nature of this guardianship is limited, and thus, it is necessary to appoint a limited guardian of the Ward’s person and property. Accordingly, it is hereby ADJUDGED that: 1._________________________ is qualified to serve and is hereby appointed Guardian of the person and property of the above Ward. All of the Ward’s aforementioned, delegable rights that the Ward cannot exercise are hereby delegated to the Guardian. However, if the Ward’s right to contract has been delegated to the Guardian but the right to marry is retained, the right to marry is subject to court approval. 2.Upon taking the prescribed oath, filing designation of resident agent and acceptance and entering into a bond in the amount of $__________ payable to the Governor of the State of Florida and to all successors in office, conditioned on the faithful performance of all duties by the Guardian, letters of guardianship shall be issued. 3.The Guardian must place all liquid assets of the Ward in a restricted account in a financial institution designated pursuant to Section 69.031, Florida Statutes (“Depository”), to wit: ____________________________________________________________________ 4.The above is a frozen account. No funds can be withdrawn without court order. 5.All monies payable to the Guardianship shall be paid jointly to the Guardian and the Depository. 6.There shall be no sale, encumbrance, borrowing, or gifting of any assets without a special court order. 7.The Court finds no evidence that the Ward, prior to incapacity, executed any valid advance directive pursuant to Chapter 765, Florida Statutes. If any such advance directive exists, the Guardian shall exercise no authority over a health care surrogate until further order of this Court. 8.Ward may not have a license to carry a firearm and/or own or possess a weapon or firearm. 9.Initial guardianship report shall be filed in 60 days. ORDERED on this _____day of __________, 20_____. __________________________________________ Circuit Judge Order Appointing Limited Guardian of Person & Property (Incapacitated Person – No Known Advance Directive) Page 2 of 2 Last Revised 11/04/15
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