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Florida Guardianship & Guardian Advocacy Statutes and Procedures - Educational Program

  • Wed, February 12, 2025
  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Virtual
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  • This event is Members ONLY - a benefit of membership. Please consider joining GAPC!
  • Non-members are invited to attend two complimentary programs before submitting an application for membership. Email information@guardianassociation.org for more information.

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Florida Guardianship & Guardian Advocacy Statutes and Procedures

Presented by: T. Edmund Spinks, Esq.

Wednesday ~ February 12, 2025

Noon to 1:00 p.m.


Join us for a one-hour presentation on Florida Guardianship and Guardian Advocacy Statutes and Procedures. This program will cover the differences between guardianship and guardian advocacy covering crucial topics such as legal definitions, legal obligations, and procedures. Learn how to effectively support and protect vulnerable individuals, prevent financial exploitation, and resolve conflicts while adhering to legal and ethical standards.

REGISTRATION

  • Members - FREE (Included as a benefit of membership)

  • Guests - non-members are invited to attend two complimentary programs before submitting an application for membership. Email information@guardianassociation.org for more information.

APPROVED FOR 1.0 Guardianship Law for Professional Guardians - Tracking # 20-1280779

SPEAKER BIO:

T. Edmund Spinks, Esq., Board Certified Elder Law Attorney

Ed Spinks is a distinguished attorney specializing in elder law, with a wealth of experience and a commitment to advocating for the elderly and their families. As a board-certified elder law attorney, Ed brings expertise in the legal issues that impact families and seniors, including estate planning, long-term care, guardianship, probate, Veteran Benefits, and Medicaid planning.

Before practicing law Ed joined the military at 17 years old serving in the gulf war, he was also certified as a Florida Firefighter/EMT and was employed by the Polk County Fire Dept. After graduating from the University of South Florida, he returned to military service as a Marine Corps officer and graduated from Florida State University college of law. Ed Spinks retired from the United States Marine Corps after over twenty-five years of service.  He is admitted to the Florida and Hawaii Bar association and has been practicing law since 2000.

Beyond his legal practice, Ed is an active member of the community. He frequently conducts seminars and workshops to educate families and seniors about their legal rights and options in estate planning, elder law and special needs planning. He serves with the Buddy Baseball League as a coach for the Pirates, a team his son William plays on.  He also serves on the Hillsborough County Superintendent Advisory Committee and is active in the American Legion and VFW.  He serves on the military affairs committee for the Florida Bar and is a member of the vestry at St Mark’s Episcopal Church.

With a career spanning over two decades, Ed has established himself as a trusted advisor and advocate in the elder law community.  

Ed enjoys spending time with his two children, William and Lilly, and wife, Tina. 

DISCLAIMER: Guardian Association of Pinellas County (GAPC) does not promote or vouch for the services provided by any of its members.  Members wishing to do business with one another are strongly encouraged to do their own public records searches and background screenings before entering into any business relationship.  GAPC accepts no liability for any information identified from those searches/screenings or any claims arising from any verbal or written agreements members may engage in with one another.

Guardian Association of Pinellas County, Inc.
Address: PO Box 1826, Pinellas Park FL 33780
Email: Information@guardianassociation.org

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