What Is the Putative Father Registry?
Unnmarried Florida men can retain paternal rights through a legal registry. The putative father registry — not to be confused with punitive, meaning punishment — is a legal method by which an unm...
Court
Read MoreWill the Court Separate Siblings in a Custody Case?
The courts seek to provide the best possible living situation for minors during custody cases. In rare cases, siblings might be living under two different roofs. As a general rule, Florida courts a...
Family
Read MoreReligion and Parenting Plans
Are religious practices included in a parenting plan? A time-honored principle of our Constitution is that Americans are largely free to practice their religion as they see fit. As such, family law c...
Divorce
Read MoreReasons to Request a Guardian ad Litem
In divorces cases with children, Guardian ad Litem provide assistance to divorcing parents. A Guardian ad Litem — which literally translates to guardian for the lawsuit — is often appointed by a ...
Family
Read MoreWhat Happens When a Domestic Violence Injunction is Violated?
The courts will not take a domestic violence injunction violation lightly. If one violates a domestic violence injunction, he or she may face serious consequences including criminal prosecution in th...
Court
Read MoreLiving in a Stable Environment
The stability of your residency plays an important role in your parenting plan. When a court determines your parenting plan, the judge will hear evidence regarding numerous factors set forth by the...
Family
Read MoreYour Child’s Needs vs. Your Needs
When drafting a time sharing plan, it's important to put your child's needs ahead of your own. It is always advised that you and your ex sit down and determine what sort of time sharing schedule you ...
Family
Read MoreThe Division of Parental Responsibility
What the judge is looking for in your time sharing plan. Custody litigation can be complex, expensive and time consuming. If you and your ex cannot determine an effective time sharing schedule for yo...
Family
Read MoreYour Willingness to Facilitate a Relationship with the other Parent
The key to a good time sharing plan is showing the court you can maintain a good relationship with your ex. If you have a minor child during a family law case, the court will order a parenting plan a...
Family
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