CS/HB 7021 - Families frequently rely on Florida's Baker Act and Marchman Act during critical moments to assist loved ones. Overall, HB 7021 marks a comprehensive reform of Florida's mental health and substance abuse treatment laws, with an objective to improve accessibility, efficiency, and patient outcomes statewide. Understanding these reforms is essential for effectively serving Floridians and navigating this legal landscape.
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APPROVED for CEU, CLE, and CTFA
Elizabeth "Liz" Hughes is an attorney in Akerman's Tax Group in Miami, FL. She represents clients in all aspects of trust, estate, and guardianship litigation. Hughes holds a Masters degree in Taxation from Georgetown University School of Law. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Miami Dade Bar and is the immediate past Chair of the Probate and Guardianship Committee. Hughes is the current Chair of the Guardianship Committee and sits on the Executive Council of the Real Property, Probate, and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar. She is a Class 2 graduate of the Florida Fellows Institute for the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC). Hughes is active in her community and serves as a Board Member of the Humane Society of Greater Miami.
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