Project 3

Estates

1. Discuss the potential risks involved when a paralegal prepares a will as an “independent paralegal” –i.e., without the supervision of an attorney.

2. Give the citation to the Florida Statute that provides a suggested form for a living will in Florida.

Family Law

3. Describe what is meant by the term “no-fault divorce,” and discuss the difference between “no-fault” jurisdictions and those that require a “showing of fault” for divorce.

4. Identify the proper official Florida Family Law Form number for:

a. Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with Dependent or Minor Child(ren)

b. Joint Petition for Adoption by Stepparent

c. Petition for Change of Name (Adult)