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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Florida on
Q: The father of my wife’s kids does not reimburse for medical expenses etc as set forth in the parenting plan.

He also takes them out of the state of Florida without notifying her of where they’re going, length of visit, etc..She is the majority parent but be always skirts the rules. What can be done about this?

Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Nov 18, 2024

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.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support and Family Law for Florida on
Q: I have a disagreement with the mother of my child. She demands that I pay her money for expenses related to our child

At this point in time we are in family court and as of yet I have not been ordered to pay child support. I am responsible for paying recurring expenses such as child care and medical expenses. She wants me to stop doing so and send her the money so that she may do so directly.

Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Nov 15, 2024

You do not mention if there is a court order or not. If there is a court order then you should do what it says. If not, how ever you choose to provide money, make sure that you keep clear records of the date and how much you paid. Without a court order, you decide what and how to pay. Speak with a... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Family Law and Child Support for Florida on
Q: Filing for bankruptcy. Does it matter if you do that before or after child support is in place?
Martha Warriner Jarrett
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answered on Oct 28, 2024

Probably not but check with your family law lawyer and a local bankruptcy attorney. Most offer free consultations.

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0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Child Support for Florida on
Q: Can I give preliminary custody (PR) to my sister that lives in (FL)?

If individual (not the father) is being convicted of a federal crime in (PR) can they give custody to sister (FL)?

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Florida on
Q: Can a judge grant timesharing although a parent refused to be in the child’s life?
Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Oct 16, 2024

The State of Florida wants to encourage parent child relationships. The court will order timesharing that is in the best interests of the child. One of those considerations is the parent and their behavior. The judge will look at the big picture. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Immigration Law and Child Support for Florida on
Q: Please I need to legal advise for my family.

I live in Florida, I have a family consist of 6 members my wife and I with daughters 19 y and 14y and sons 18 year 16y, I would like to sell my home and move outside the country for one year because I have work in my an original country .

my wife and son want not to move with me and I can... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Oct 13, 2024

Hello Fathi,

I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing with your family situation. Moving abroad while ensuring your family's well-being is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. It's important to have open and honest conversations with...
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1 Answer | Asked in Child Support, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family Law for Florida on
Q: First of all my soon to be ex wife filed for child support in Santa Rosa county on 2-17-2023 then turned around and file

Filed a domestic violence injunction in Pinellas county on 2-22-2023 ( she don't live in Santa Rosa county neither do I ever. Then on 12-07-2023 filed for divorce in pinellas county, the day after I filed my answer to the divorce she filed violations of the injunction she says happened feb 3 ,... View More

Garrick Neal Fox
Garrick Neal Fox
answered on Oct 2, 2024

Sounds like you have a mess on your hands. You need a very good divorce attorney to sort this out. If there is a warrant for your arrest, that needs to be cleared first.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Support for Florida on
Q: I have a closed child support case in Santa Rosa county fl and I filed a motion for change of venue and transfer of cour

Court file ( about 2 weeks ago) wanting to transfer my child support case in Santa Rosa to Pinellas county fl where my soon to be ex wife filed our divorce case after Santa Rosa county charged me with contempt of court for not paying child support even though child support says I'm current... View More

Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Sep 30, 2024

You need to request a hearing in the court where you have asked for the transfer. They should either grant the transfer or deny it and explain why. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Florida on
Q: How do I fill out a financial affidavit in a FL child support divorce case if I am unemployed (stay at home mother)

The husband is also unemployed.

Paul Michael McDermott
Paul Michael McDermott
answered on Sep 26, 2024

Just check the box that says "unemployed" and mark "0" on the income section. You can still complete the expenses, assets, and liabilities portion of the form.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Florida on
Q: Child support case closed but DCF is still taking payments out of my paycheck florida
Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Sep 1, 2024

You do not mention if you have an arrearage. If the balance owed is paid off then you need to return to the court that issued the child support order and request a termination of the order. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Florida on
Q: Hi, I need a bilingual spanish lawyer from pro bono for child support where can i find? Thank you
Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Aug 29, 2024

Look up your local legal aid agency. Some counties also offer child support help through the state attorney's office or the attorney general's office. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Florida on
Q: Can my ex wife move from her residence taking our daughter without telling me?

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.

Pamela J. Fero
Pamela J. Fero
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

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Support for Florida on
Q: My wife has children from two different men. She is currently pursuing child support for an out of state father through

Can she pursue child support from the father of the other two children at the same time?

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jul 3, 2024

Yes, she can seek child support from the fathers of each child.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Support for Florida on
Q: My child mother is trying to put me on child support she lives in PR and i live in FL

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

Pamela J. Fero
Pamela J. Fero
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

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support, Family Law and Workers' Compensation for Florida on
Q: How do I get money back from the department of revenue that was taken in a workman's compensation settlement via a lien

They state made a clerical error claiming I owed child support on a child I had full custody of. When I received my settlement the state had claimed I owed 13000 and took half the money even though I never owed it.

Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Jun 24, 2024

You will probably need to file a motion with the court that issued the child support order to get your money back. Once the order is signed by the judge you can then present it to the agency that is holding your money. Of course, first try to work directly with the agency to get the refund.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Florida on
Q: My wife has 2 children from a previous marriage. We want to move to Orlando. Her ex doesn't work and pays for none of

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.

Pamela J. Fero
Pamela J. Fero
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

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Florida on
Q: I’m currently unemployed and I have to upload a financial affidavit before court date . How would I fill it out?
Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on May 15, 2024

There is space to indicate that you are unemployed. On the affidavit or in court you will be asked what efforts you are making to find a job. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support and Family Law for Florida on
Q: how can i acquire about child support arrears being modified

my case was established in 1996, the amount ordered was and is above my means, this was never based on my income or anything because I foolishly signed a paper from my ex. At the time I was a waitress making $2.01 an hour with a eight grade education. In the past before modern day tech I was... View More

Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on May 7, 2024

You need to file a motion with the last court that handled the child support order asking to modify or terminate the obligation. Based on your question that appears to be Mississippi. It would also help if the other parent is willing to cooperate with you and say that they are no longer asking for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Child Support for Florida on
Q: My kids mother is remarried, does his income count as her income?

We have been separated for 5 years now. She is remarried and has another child with her husband. She does not work and stays home with all the kids and homeschools them. Her husband makes approximately double what I make, and they live a lavish lifestyle, yet I send her money each week. This is a... View More

Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Apr 30, 2024

A new spouse’s income doesn’t count for child support. You need to go to court for a formal parenting plan if you don’t have one. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Florida on
Q: do i have to pay child support?

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

Pamela J. Fero
Pamela J. Fero
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

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