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If there has been no court ordered custody or guardianship arrangement, Can a grandparent, who has been caring for a child for an extended period of time, deny the mother the ability to take the child back? And can they make rules denying the parent from having the child stay with said parent... View More 
answered on Sep 26, 2022
If there is no court ordered custody arrangement, there is no reason the grandparents keep the child from you, unless there are proofs you are unfit to care for the child and they appeal for custody for the child. Speak to lawyer to know how best to proceed with your case.
My husband, who is in the Air Force, is leaving for about five months to tech school to cross train to his new AFSC. There is a parenting agreement in place for my stepdaughter and right now we have her every other weekend (Friday - Monday). Will a military POA suffice so I can take over my... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2022
The Judge was the ONLY person who established your husband's visitation rights, and the Judge is the only person who can answer this question. Do NOT rely on a "military POA." Ask the Judge.
When my child turns 18, he has graduated HS, will my supposed now be 440 per month?
answered on Sep 19, 2022
You should speak with a local family law attorney to recalculate your child support for one child. It does not automatically go to half and it could even be lower than half. More importantly, you want to record the change with the court so that you are protected if there is a dispute in the future... View More
Our custody agreement is from Kentucky. I’m I required to transfer and change the agreement it in the courts in Florida?
answered on Sep 12, 2022
If you are still the legal parent of the child and only shared the child with the father then why is an agreement needed at all? Besides a family lawyer you may need to speak to a probate lawyer (a lawyer that handles estates after someone dies). If you had your parental rights taken away that is a... View More
he gave me 1 month to leave his house because I caught him cheating. It escalated where he put his hands on me in front of my child. I called the police and reported it. I don't have family around so I have nowhere to go right away. I haven't worked in 6 months, he's been paying all... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2022
No, he cannot just kick you out like a dog. If you have stayed there for longer than 30 days, then he has to take legal steps to evict you. If you are married then different rules apply. But if you are just a houseguest, then he first has to serve you a notice to vacate, and then he has to file an... View More
answered on Sep 9, 2022
Your question is too vague. I suggest you re-post with short description of what caused a newborn to be taken. And by "defac", do you mean DCF (Dept. of Children and Families)? And by "notifying you parents", do you mean notifying the parents of the child being taken away?
I gave temporary custody of my daughter my 16 year old daughter to my dad until I could get my own place get a steady job staple job and get on my feet financially well I'm I'm financially okay now and I have my own home and I have a good job do I have to go through the courts my daughter... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2022
If a Judge gave your father temporary custody of your daughter, you will have to return to the same Judge to undo his Order. You might have visitation rights but that is NOT the same a custody.
My daughters father and I are not married and have never been married. I moved to Florida from Georgia and don’t have money to switch my car and everything over to Florida. So I have an out of state license. My child’s dad always wants me to drive and bring her to him and we have disagreements... View More
answered on Aug 26, 2022
If yo have never been married then you as the mother have total control of the situation. If you have lived in Florida for more than six months then you can file for paternity here, with or without a drivers license. You just have to prove that you have lived here and plan to continue living here.... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2022
If there is a court-ordered parenting plan in place, you can file a motion for modification. If the mother is proved unfit to take care of the child, the court may grant you more time or sole parental responsibility. Talk with a family lawyer to know how best to proceed.
care. My grandma has power of attorney over me. I live in florida and I dont know if I can but I really need to leave here.
answered on Aug 23, 2022
You can be legally emancipated by a court before the age of 18 if you can support yourself. You can show proof of sufficient income to cover your living expenses and daily necessities.
However, it is most practical if you sit with your legal guardians and obtain their permission.
He had agreed for us to relocate back to FL by Oct of this yr but moved to SC & now he’s saying I can not relocate the kids even though he already has an out of state parenting plan which he didn’t even keep them during his summer visit causing me to lose a good travel assignment. His... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2022
The law in Florida is that you can only address children's issues if one or both of the parents (or the children) live in Florida. It sounds like no one lives in Florida anymore so you would need to go to court where you or the other parent lives. Should you move back to Florida and live here... View More
My son told his dad he has a problem with the drinking at his dads, his dad told him there’s no drinking though. My son told him he doesn’t want to go to his house and his dad told him “to bad there’s a court order “
WE HAVE A PARENTING PLAN SORRY NOT A COURT ORDER.
answered on Aug 12, 2022
Do whatever it takes to encourage your child to maintain a relationship with his father. Inform your ex that his behavior affecting your son and try to work things out. If all efforts fail, consult with your attorney to determine the best way to proceed.
answered on Aug 11, 2022
If both you and the other parent agree to the modification, you can speak with your respective lawyers and have them draft a new parenting plan that you can submit to the judge for approval.
If the other parent disagrees, you can file a petition for modification. You must convince the court... View More
Do I have to give him any extra time on visitation?
answered on Aug 9, 2022
The standard in court is always what is in the best interests of the child. He will also need to show what has changed since the original agreement to support his request for more time. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
We have been separated not legally for about 10 years but i can afford a divorce. He can afford it but he has not filed for one. I have a pending child support order. I want to get divorced.
answered on Jul 25, 2022
Contact your local legal aid society to see if you qualify for free legal help. You can also try your local bar association to see if they offer pro bono (free) services.
Good luck!
The court ordered DNA when she wanted child support money. He is still not on birth certificate, but now 13 years later and his sentence is 40 years. His half sister found him in prison when their father died. Didn't even know of each other. Now she has hired him a lawyer in prison and he... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2022
If the father is in prison for 40 years then I am not sure that I understand your concern. Please speak to a local family lawyer that specializes in dependency for more specific advice.
The biological mother was in and out of jail throughout the minor childs life. The grandparents were given guardianship, since then the mother has passed , the minor child has lived with us 5 years now. Her parental father has been incarcerated her whole life. He got over a 40 year sentence. Now he... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2022
You need to look at whatever documents gave you guardianship. This is a specialized area of law. You should look for a consultation with a local attorney that does dependency. In general, the legal standard that the court follows is what is in the best interests of the child. It sounds like you are... View More
What can I do to find out what my rights are as the mother?
answered on Jul 21, 2022
Step one is to look at the court order that gave your mother custody. That document should spell out your rights regarding the children and what you need to do, if anything, to have custody returned to you. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
What can I do to find out what my rights are as the mother?
answered on Jul 21, 2022
What does the order granting custody to your mom say as to her ability to move the children? Contact a custody lawyer in your jurisdiction to specifically discuss your concerns and case.
Has taken most of belongs from home. Has vehicle at know drug house and tag in my name. And says car has been towed. Lied to issue a temporary injunction on me. Is clearly on drugs. And a lot more that has happened
answered on Jul 18, 2022
Can you locate your wife or not?
You can file for divorce by publication if you have exhausted all efforts to locate your wife. You must prove that you made genuine efforts to locate your wife but turned to be fruitless. Prepare a dissolution of marriage notice for publication and get it... View More
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