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A UCCJEA was also filed with the petition. The lawyer didn’t notify me as well. The child now lives 22h away oppose to 6h . What should I do to get this settled quickly .
answered on Nov 6, 2024
File an Emergency Motion for Child Pick-Up Order. This motion can request the court to order the immediate return of the child. Since the respondent did not notify you about the relocation, they might be in contempt of court, especially if there was a court order in place prohibiting such a move... View More
I was under the understanding I would be able to call, write, minimal visits when I got sober. That was back in 2011-2012. 2014 I got sober and have reached out multiple times through messages and other family members. I have 2 other children now that want to know their sister. Do I have any leg to... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2024
Review and check for any explicit terms in the adoption agreement regarding your rights to contact. If you don’t have a copy of this agreement, obtaining one would be crucial. If possible, consider proposing mediation to your aunt. A third-party mediator can help facilitate a discussion and... View More
I joined the business and worked for over a year. When my husband wanted a divorce, he told me not to come back to work. Am I entitled to a portion of the business? He left me destitute with no job.
answered on Aug 13, 2024
Generally, any asset acquired or enhanced during the marriage, including businesses, is considered marital property. The business you and your husband started or worked for during the marriage is likely considered a marital asset if it was started or significantly grown during the marriage. The... View More
We have not been in court in some time
answered on Aug 7, 2024
If your ex-spouse is violating a court-ordered agreement, such as a custody, visitation, or support order, you generally do not need to open a new case. Instead, you can file a motion or petition to address the violations within the existing case. Depending on the nature of the violations, you may... View More
answered on Jul 30, 2024
Carefully read through your current custody agreement or parenting plan. It may already include provisions regarding transportation responsibilities. Speak with the other parent to discuss and negotiate transportation arrangements. Sometimes, an amicable agreement can be reached without going to... View More
My kids have reported back to me for the past two weeks my ex is drinking and driving with them in the car. He almost got into an accident with them too. How do I proceed to get custody removed and protect my kids?
answered on Jul 24, 2024
You may file a motion to modify the custody arrangement if there are significant concerns about the children’s safety. Document everything your children have told you, including dates, times, locations, and specific details of the alleged incidents. If there are any witnesses or additional... View More
hi, I am 17 and my mom currently receives survivor benefits for her, me, and my brother after our fathers passing. I turn 18 in November and am wondering if I would receive my portion of survivor benefits instead of her once I am 18 since I would still be in highschool until May. I haven't... View More
answered on Jul 19, 2024
Once you turn 18, the benefits that were previously managed by your mother on your behalf can be redirected to you. You will need to notify the Social Security Administration (SSA) of your status as a full-time student in high school.
My child mother is trying to put me on child support when i already give her 400 a month . She lives in puerto rico and i live in florida. She does not let me see or speak to my child if i dont give her more then $400 and is always threatening to put me on child support of i do not send her more... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2024
Child support obligations and rights to child visitation are handled through legal channels and are enforceable across state lines and territories, including Puerto Rico, under the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA). UIFSA allows for cooperation between states and territories in the... View More
I do not believe she moved out of state . I do not know where they are, I've asked to see our daughter but they come up with an excuse for me not to show up at the residence. They don't know that I know they moved. They keep lying to me. The ex wife has our daughter lying to me about where they are.
answered on Jul 11, 2024
According to Florida statutes, a parent cannot relocate more than 50 miles from their current residence for more than 60 consecutive days without the consent of the other parent or a court order. This applies to moves within the state as well as out of state. For the parent wishing to move, there... View More
Good morning. In the state of Florida if i need to separate from my husband and he makes more than twice what I make,
can there be a legal separation agreement that will provide me with support for living expenses until the divorce can be processed and finalized?
answered on Jul 11, 2024
During the process of a divorce, one party may be eligible to receive alimony from the other party if there is a significant disparity in their incomes. This support is designed to alleviate the financial burden on the lower-earning spouse during and after the divorce proceedings. While Florida... View More
My husband is calling me names and trying to make me miserable while we are living together being very mean saying he should of bashed my head in and calling me bad names he says he is going to make me miserable until I leave:he thinks if I leave he is going to get me for abandoned the home so... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2024
Moving out of the marital home while awaiting the finalization of the divorce does not automatically mean you relinquish your rights to the property. The home remains marital property regardless of who lives in it until the court issues a final decree in the divorce proceedings.
answered on Jun 3, 2024
Your wife would need to seek a court order, like a temporary exclusive occupancy order, to have the legal right to change the locks and keep you out. This is something a court might consider in extreme situations, like if there's a concern for someone's safety. But under normal... View More
Contract on home is in both names
answered on Jun 3, 2024
Your wife would need to seek a court order, like a temporary exclusive occupancy order, to have the legal right to change the locks and keep you out. This is something a court might consider in extreme situations, like if there's a concern for someone's safety. But under normal... View More
The kids Insurance or extracurricular activities. My family, her family, and even his family live in the Orlando area. They have 50/50 time with the kids. We have no idea how he pays his bills as he hasn't worked In over a year. What do we have to do to force him to let us move.
answered on Jun 3, 2024
Try to talk with the kids' dad. Since you all have ties to Orlando, he might see the move as beneficial too. If he agrees, that's good! Just be sure to get that agreement in writing. If he’s not on board or things are a bit tricky, then you might need to petition the court for... View More
Wife and i are getting a nocontested divorce. we have kids. we are sharing custody 50/50. the kids stay with me every other day. I know that it florida child support is based off visitation with the other parent. If they live with me literally every other day, and every weekend does that mean i... View More
answered on Apr 22, 2024
When joint custody is involved and parenting time is equally divided, child support is determined primarily by the financial resources of the parents. Although it’s uncommon for no child support to be mandated, it can happen under certain conditions, such as if the custody is shared 50/50 and... View More
The couple can't live together in the same house. Then the mother would like to go to another place with her daughter. But the husband says that what she's doing is called kidnapping. What can the mother do?
answered on Apr 22, 2024
If there are no existing divorce proceedings or custody agreements, the mother must secure consent from the other parent or obtain court approval before relocating. This process can become legally intricate, particularly if the other parent opposes the move. Consult a local family law attorney to... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2023
The court will take a detailed look at your financial situation and draw a comparison against your spouse's. This assessment aims to position both parties on an equal footing. If you can't afford a lawyer but your spouse can, the court may level the playing field. They may require your... View More
My wife blindsided me with divorce a month ago, she left but hasn’t filed. She took the suv she was using but it is financed in my name and registered in my name. We have no assets only debts. She has made no attempts to get a job so she can’t afford the payments. Can I legally take the car... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2024
Consider filing for temporary orders in family court. These orders can provide immediate relief and address the possession of marital assets (like the vehicle) and custody arrangements while the divorce is pending.
answered on Jul 18, 2024
In Florida, the division of assets during a divorce is subject to the principle of "equitable distribution." This means that marital assets and liabilities must be divided fairly, though not necessarily equally. Whether your spouse is entitled to a portion of your 401k depends on whether... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2023
If the current day falls within the timesharing period allocated to your co-parent, you are required to allow your child to spend time with him. Make sure to caution him to adhere to the agreed schedule, ensuring his arrival on the specific days he is expected.
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