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In the state of Florida (Broward County) if the mother isn't married and the "father" does not sign the acknowledgement of paternity, can the father still be listed on the birth certificate and the child have his last name?
answered on Sep 5, 2013
If you are not married to someone else, the father can sign the birth certificate and be listed. You need the father's consent/signature to name him as the father, unless you want to initiate legal action. If he doesn't admit paternity and sign the birth certificate- you can establish... View More 
answered on Jul 27, 2012
You can't legally do anything about where he chooses to live. However, if you have children together and/or you are entitled to alimony, you can seek support as of the date he left, without filing for divorce.
answered on Jul 27, 2012
He may try to bring it up to portray you in a bad light in court,but it is not relevant to an action for dissolution.
answered on Jul 27, 2012
A pending family law action does not automatically restrict your ability to travel. You may want to file a notice of non-availability for the dates that you will be gone.
answered on Jun 28, 2012
If the parents cannot agree and the decision goes to the Judge, the court will decide based on what it believes is in the child's best interest. It would probably be the school in the district of the parent with majority time sharing. I agree with the earlier answer- the parents should work... View More
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