Parental responsibilities are vital for a child's well-being. If you believe your child's other parent is abusing substances, it is crucial to address this for your child's safety and stability. Modifying a custody agreement in Florida due to a parent's substance...
When a parent in Florida falls behind on child support payments, it can hurt the child. To enforce payment, the state has various mechanisms. One involves intercepting tax refunds when a parent is self-employed and cannot have wages garnished in the traditional sense....
In Florida, parents often find themselves wondering about the legalities of child custody. One common question that arises is whether a child can choose which parent to live with. Legal considerations Florida family law emphasizes the best interests of the child when...
When former partners cannot agree on custody arrangements, you should address these conflicts quickly to ensure the best interests of the child. Your child custody agreement should put your child’s needs first, but sometimes common disputes get in the way. There are a...
Collaborative divorce is a process where both parties reach a mutually beneficial agreement rather than going through the traditional court system. According to Florida Statutes, a couple must decide their marriage is irretrievably broken to get a divorce. In theory,...
Florida's divorce courts may uphold agreements made between couples dissolving their marriages through collaborative law. As described on the Florida Bar's website, spouses may use the collaborative process to negotiate their own written settlement. An agreement could...
In an amicable divorce, parents often draft a detailed plan to outline primary custody, parenting schedules, and other important details for the child's benefit. While putting your parenting plan into writing is great for protecting each parent's rights and...
There are many advantages to avoiding courtroom drama when dissolving a marriage. Couples opting to engage in the collaborative divorce process enjoy significant benefits. Among them are less stress and saving both time and money. They take place in informal settings,...
Florida law requires both parents to financially support their child, even if their relationship ends. If you have custody of your children and do not receive court-ordered child support, you have legal recourse. Learn more about what to do if your child's other...
Florida custody laws allow parents to modify parenting time after the initial divorce decree has been granted. Many things change after the aftermath of your divorce, and the initial plan may become unworkable or unreasonable both for you and the child. If you have...