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Filing Certifications: Why Timing Matters More Than You Think

2026-05-04T10:19:38-04:00

Rule 1.710(e), Florida Rules of Civil Procedure requires that, unless stipulated otherwise, each party must file a Certification of Authority 10 days prior to mediation, identifying the parties and insurance representative who will attend mediation with full authority to settle without further consultation. The failure to timely file the Certification can result in the imposition [...]

Filing Certifications: Why Timing Matters More Than You Think2026-05-04T10:19:38-04:00

Planning for a Loved One with Special Needs

2026-05-26T14:03:14-04:00

Planning for a loved one with special needs is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure their long-term care and financial security. Without proper planning, your loved one could lose access to essential government benefits such as Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income.  One of the most effective tools is a Special [...]

Planning for a Loved One with Special Needs2026-05-26T14:03:14-04:00

Honoring Those Who Gave All this Memorial Day

2026-05-25T11:57:37-04:00

On Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, commitment, and selflessness protect the freedoms we enjoy every day. As we gather with family and friends, it is important to remember the true meaning of this day. [...]

Honoring Those Who Gave All this Memorial Day2026-05-25T11:57:37-04:00

What Is a Durable Power of Attorney and Why It’s Essential

2026-02-03T14:40:45-05:00

Life can change in an instant, and if you were suddenly unable to manage your finances or make important decisions, who would step in? That is where a Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) comes in. This legal document allows someone you trust to act on your behalf if you become incapacitated, and it stays in [...]

What Is a Durable Power of Attorney and Why It’s Essential2026-02-03T14:40:45-05:00

Heads I Win, Tails You Lose

2026-04-24T15:02:45-04:00

 Mediation is a process of give and take. If your goal is to reach a mutually beneficial settlement, be prepared to bend. A “heads I win, tails you lose” approach is counterproductive. Starting with a reasonable position—rather than one that sets a negative tone from the outset—helps avoid an uphill battle toward resolution. When parties approach mediation thoughtfully and realistically, the process has [...]

Heads I Win, Tails You Lose2026-04-24T15:02:45-04:00

Medicaid Planning 101: How to Protect Your Assets

2026-04-21T16:22:08-04:00

Medicaid planning is an important step for anyone concerned about the high cost of long-term care. Without a plan, families often spend down their savings unnecessarily in order to qualify for benefits. Medicaid compliant strategies to protect assets and starting early can make a big difference. Timing is critical because waiting too long can limit [...]

Medicaid Planning 101: How to Protect Your Assets2026-04-21T16:22:08-04:00

Thank Your Lawyer

2026-03-24T11:11:33-04:00

Often, parties come to mediation with a great deal of trepidation. Litigation (or even pre-suit activities) wear on clients who are not regular litigants.  The majority of cases settle at mediation.  And who gets all the thanks?  The Mediator.  However, it is the attorneys who have positioned the case prior to mediation (to get the [...]

Thank Your Lawyer2026-03-24T11:11:33-04:00

Reasons Every Family Needs an Estate Plan

2026-02-18T10:10:31-05:00

Estate planning is not just for retirees or people with significant wealth. It is just as important for young families. An estate plan keeps you in control by clearly outlining your wishes for your assets, finances, and healthcare. Without one, the courts may end up making these decisions for you. It can also designate guardians [...]

Reasons Every Family Needs an Estate Plan2026-02-18T10:10:31-05:00

Life Changes That Mean It’s Time to Update Your Estate Plan

2026-02-18T09:19:19-05:00

Life is full of changes, and your estate plan should keep up with them. An estate plan is not something you create once and forget about. It needs to reflect your current circumstances and goals. If it has been a while since you reviewed yours, now might be the perfect time to take another look.  [...]

Life Changes That Mean It’s Time to Update Your Estate Plan2026-02-18T09:19:19-05:00

Hillsborough County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Spotlights Sierra G. Daigle

2026-02-02T15:00:51-05:00

The HCBA Young Lawyers Division recently featured attorney Sierra G. Daigle, highlighting her installation as Vice President of Better Living for Seniors Hillsborough and her practice areas of estate planning, asset protection, long‑term care planning, probate, and special needs planning. With a background in gerontology, memory care, and community education, she remains active in organizations [...]

Hillsborough County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Spotlights Sierra G. Daigle2026-02-02T15:00:51-05:00
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