In a perfect world, every child would be raised by two loving parents, have everything they need, and grow up to be successful adults. However, this is real life and, unfortunately, it can throw us some unexpected twists. Sometimes, those events leave parents unable to provide for their child, temporarily or even long-term. For these cases, the courts offer guardianship responsibilities to capable and consulting adults. Guardianship is a court order to have a person other than the child’s biological parent take custody of the child as well as the child’s estate. A Tampa FL family lawyer can assist in filing the necessary petitions with the court. In the event that a parent becomes ill, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to care for their child, the courts will name a guardian to take over care of a child.