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Kids, The First Priority in Divorce
Kids, The First Priority in Divorce
Do I Need an Attorney to File for Full Custody of My Child?
Do I Need an Attorney to File for Full Custody of My Child? In general, filing for child custody or child support requires the assistance of an experienced family law attorney. Many family legal matters, including child support and child custody proceedings, have serious legal consequences. In any event, if an attorney is involved, they […]
What Do I Need to Do to Change my Child’s Last Name?
What Do I Need to Do to Change my Child’s Last Name? In general, a custody agreement does not give you the right to change your child’s last name. As such, even if the court awards you custody of your child, the court may still object to you changing your child’s last name. This is […]
What Must Be Included in a Child Custody Agreement?
What Must Be Included in a Child Custody Agreement? A child custody agreement outlines the child custody guidelines. It is generally issued concurrently with a divorce or legal separation decree. In general, child custody agreements typically include the following: Which parent has been awarded primary custody rights; Which parent has been awarded legal custody rights […]
If the State Has Temporary or Permanent Custody of My Child, What Can I Do?
If the State Has Temporary or Permanent Custody of My Child, What Can I Do? If your parental rights have been terminated or are in the process of being terminated by your state, it is in your best interest to contact an attorney immediately. Typically, when your rights have already been terminated or are in […]
Can I Receive Child Support If I Don’t Have a Child Custody Agreement?
Can I Receive Child Support If I Don’t Have a Child Custody Agreement? Although it is possible to receive informal child support payments from the other parent, it is not advisable to do so. This is because you will be at the mercy of the other parent, and there is no telling whether they will […]
I Want Full Custody of My Child, How Can I Get It?
I Want Full Custody of My Child, How Can I Get It? Before considering legal action, you should first consider whether it is possible to agree with the other parent regarding custody before pursuing a long drawn out legal dispute. Remember, you should always be keeping your child’s best interest at heart before deciding whether […]
Florida’s Divorce Law Roadmap
It is important to be prepared for the legal and financial aspects of a divorce; as you deal with permanently parting ways with a spouse. During the honeymoon phase of a marriage, most of us believe it will last forever. Statistically, that has just not always the case. The reality of a failed marriage can […]
Does Being Granted Full Custody Affect the Amount of Child Support?
Does Being Granted Full Custody Affect the Amount of Child Support? In general, the amount of time that one parent has custody of the child will not affect the amount of child support or the court’s child support order. This is true as long as one parent has been granted primary custody. Therefore, if each parent has approximately 50% custody of the child, or […]
10 Things FL People Should Know About Divorce-Taxes
10 Things Florida Residents Should Know About Divorce: Taxes If you are a Florida resident who is currently going through or is considering a divorce, there are a couple of things about the divorce process that you should understand before speaking with an attorney. This will not only save you time but also money. 10. […]