The Petition should have numbered paragraphs. Your pleading is called an "Answer." For each number you need to admit or deny the allegation. If you choose you can explain why you deny but it is not required. You can also answer that you have no knowledge of a particular number if that is... View More

Most important, do not sign anything without speaking with a local family lawyer. Child support is always modifiable until the child turns eighteen. Alimony on the other hand can be modifiable or non-modifiable. Equitable distribution means the division of the marital assets and liabilities. A... View More

If the divorce is already filed then you can file a motion expressing your concerns. You must justify your concerns to the judge. The legal standard is what is in the best interest of the child. You must also schedule your motion for a hearing. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific... View More

You, as the father, must go to court to establish and/or modify timesharing (custody). If and when the mother is no longer incarcerated she can reestablish her timesharing rights. You do not get custody "by default" just because she is in jail/ prison. Speak with a local family lawyer for... View More

Assuming that the two of you lived together in the house during the intact marriage, you would need to establish the value of the house on the date of marriage and another value for the date of division. As a starting point, each party would be entitled to half of the change in value during the... View More

As long as there is no court order to the contrary, each parent has equal rights to travel with the children. You should let him know when and where you are going and when you are returning. If appropriate. let him know that he can contact the children during their time away by telephone, text or... View More

The fifth wheel is still yours per the divorce decree; however, the loan may be a different story. If the lender learns that your ex has passed away they may want to collect on the note in full. You should still have an opportunity to refinance in your own name or try to make arrangements with the... View More

It sounds like you have a child support order but no parenting plan. You need to return to court and file a motion to establish a parenting plan and timesharing. The court will order a timesharing schedule that is in the best interests of the child. What you are describing would be a long distance... View More

You don’t need to change your initial pleadings. Simply file the signed settlement agreement with the court. If you have met all of the other requirements then you can schedule a final hearing. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

Child support is always modifiable until the child emancipates (turns 18). A parent asserting a reduction in income would have to justify that reduction. If a person is qualified to earn $45K and there are jobs available for $45K then they cannot justify to the court earning $12K (which is actually... View More

You need to look carefully at the court order that awarded you custody and him visitation. In Florida, you are required to notify the other parent within 24 hours if you move your home address. Your situation may be a little different because he was in prison. Take your court order and speak with a... View More

In Florida, if the deed is only in your mother's name and she is unmarried then she owns the house. You do not mention whether there is a mortgage and if so, whose name is on the mortgage. Assuming that there are no encumbrances (mortgages or other liens) then your mother can sell the house if... View More

You do not say whether mother and father are married or not. If married and mother wants to stay in Florida then she needs to file for divorce. If not married then mother controls where the child lives until father goes to court for paternity. Father cannot force unmarried mother and child to move... View More

If the mother is alive then consult with a real estate attorney who litigates. If not, speak to a probate attorney.

You do not need to provide a specific income for the other party. Once the case is filed both parties are obligated to provide proof of income. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

Generally, you can sue anyone for anything; however, that does not mean that it is a wise decision. My best advice is to get a new phone number and/or see if you can transfer the phone number. You need to disengage with someone who can affect your business like this. Speak with a local lawyer for... View More

Your remedy is to return to court on a motion for enforcement and contempt. Unfortunately it is hard to prove these issues and there is not much that the court can do other than reprimand the violating parent. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

There is no guarantee but you can submit the passport application with a statement explaining why the other parent cannot be located. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

Tell your friend to look for a legal aid agency in her area. They can either help or point her in the right direction. Many lawyers offer a free consultation. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

You should include your proposed equitable distribution. List each asset and liability with a value and how you think that they should be divided. Pretrial catalog is sort of a road map. List all of your pints but you generally do not need a written statement. Speak with a local family lawyer for... View More