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I hadn’t even started my first job at the time so how was the amount calculated? My mom passed away when I was a child and my dad passed away when I was 18 six weeks before the birth of my second daughter with my now wife which is around the time I was put on child support and because of the... View More 
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answered on Jan 6, 2023
You have asked several different questions and should probably look for a free consultation with a local family lawyer. Regarding income, a person with no job is generally imputed minimum wage. This means that the court assumes that you are earning at minimum wage, even if you are not. Regarding... View More
The father has the child and pays $2.00 monthly per court order. the father reopened the case, which is pending Mediation, can he go to Depart of Revenue Child support program and have them put on new case for child support from the mother if there's already a judge court order for him to pay... View More
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answered on Jan 3, 2023
If the Department of Revenue has started a separate case you may need to ask the court to consolidate the cases. Whichever case began first would normally take precedence. You do not need to litigate child support in two separate cases. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
I got divorced in 2019 in Florida. When we calculated child support I had zero overnights with my two children. I now have them about 1/3 of overnights. I also make more money than I did when I got divorced. I can't afford to pay a lawyer to help me with the modification. Our divorce was very... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2022
There is nothing a lawyer does that you cannot do for yourself; therefore, you may represent yourself in court. There are forms you can purchase at the courthouse or online. You may wish to also consider Googling form preparers who can assist you with filling out the forms, but they cannot provide... View More
I got divorced in 2019 in Florida. When we calculated child support I had zero overnights with my two children. I now have them about 1/3 of overnights. I also make more money than I did when I got divorced. I can't afford to pay a lawyer to help me with the modification. Our divorce was very... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2022
There is nothing a lawyer does that you cannot do for yourself; therefore, you may represent yourself in court. There are forms you can purchase at the courthouse or online. You may wish to also consider Googling form preparers who can assist you with filling out the forms, but they cannot provide... View More
I got divorced in 2019 in Florida. When we calculated child support I had zero overnights with my two children. I now have them about 1/3 of overnights. I also make more money than I did when I got divorced. I can't afford to pay a lawyer to help me with the modification. Our divorce was very... View More
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answered on Dec 28, 2022
There is no requirement for you to have a lawyer to file a modification. You will be expected to follow all of the rules that apply. If your situation continues to be contentious then expect it to be that way for the modification as well. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
2 previous restraining orders against him.
He left Georgia at 14 to come to FL. After 1st restraining order, my son was 8 months old and I received a letter stating that they have been looking for him for over 3 years. Indicating to me he possibly has a child back in Georgia that he fleed... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2022
Apparently, you are seeking another restraining order. You could ask the person who sent you the letter for more information. But chances are that such information would be irrelevant with respect to your current application and/or would be inadmissible as hearsay.
answered on Dec 9, 2022
As stated in the prior response, you have 20 calendar days to respond to the petition once you have been properly served. We also recommend that you file a counter petition along with your answer assuming there are not personal or subject matter jurisdiction issues (same goes for filing the... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2022
You have 20 days to file your Answer to the Petition once you are actually "served" by the process server. It is usually recommended that you also file a Counter-Petition to include your requests for timesharing with the children, alimony, child support, etc... to preserve your rights.
I was dating a girl and she suddenly broke up with me and there was no communication. After 6 months she contacted me to tell me she was pregnant with my child and I ruined her life and she wanted nothing to do with me. I have tried to get in contact with her to meet my son however she has blocked... View More
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answered on Nov 30, 2022
The best way for you to force the issue is to bring a paternity case against her. You would probably need to go to court in Georgia where the child lives. Step one would be to request a DNA test and then go from there. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
The petition was filed in broward county and I live with my child here in Polk County. I'm trying to submit my answer and relocate the case and not really sure how to go about it. I've been trying lawyers for a consultation with no luck and am running out of time to put in my submission.
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answered on Nov 28, 2022
You need to answer the petition in Broward county. You can also file a motion to transfer jurisdiction to where you live. Look for a family lawyer with a free consultation. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
I want to file a supplemental petition to move the case to the county where I live with my daughter but I have to write a response to the petition filed by her dad in a different county. I don't have transportation to the other county to file in their clerk of courts. Even if I file a... View More
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answered on Nov 28, 2022
You do need to answer the petition in the jurisdiction where it was filed. However, you can also file a motion to transfer jurisdiction to the place where you and the child live. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
I want to file a supplemental petition to move the case to the county where I live with my daughter but I have to write a response to the petition filed by her dad in a different county. I don't have transportation to the other county to file in their clerk of courts. Even if I file a... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2022
You can file it online, using Florida's E0filing Portal:
https://www.myflcourtaccess.com/Common/UIPages/NotLoggedIn.aspx
Or, obviously, you could probably mail it to the clerk of court in the county where the father filed his petition.
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answered on Nov 23, 2022
You can file your supplemental petition where you live and/or preferably where the child lives. Assuming that all legal issues have been in Florida you can attach the original order to your petition as an exhibit. Relocation can be complex so speak with a local family lawyer for more specific... View More
My ex is a realtor so he can expense everything and reduce his income to almost nothing to avoid paying child support. Any laws to prevent this? What business expenses are allowable? Is gross income not used to calculate child support in this case?
answered on Nov 3, 2022
You may want to consider hiring an accountant to go through his personal and business financials to determine what expenses are personal or inflated. The short answer is that any expenses that are personal in nature you should have a good argument to have them included in his income for purposes of... View More
Child support agreement.The mother lawyers are being rude, won't answer any questions due to the missing of one payment the price is ridiculous so I am wanting to ask if i we can continue the case with out the lawyer they have already because they put into withdraw. Would the mother be able to... View More
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answered on Oct 25, 2022
No person is required to have a lawyer to pursue a divorce case. The question that you have asked is very broad. My recommendation is to speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice. Look for someone with a free consultation.
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
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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
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
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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.
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
If it goes to trial, you will need to have witnesses to the DV incident or incidents, Records from cases that was dismissed are hearsay and therefore not admissible.
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
There is a percentage limit on what can be taken from your net disposable monthly income, generally 50% for child support. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
I remarried in 2019 when my son, who lives with his mother in PR, was 12 years old. I live in Florida and I'm in perfect health but the question still arise. My son will be 18 this June and planning to go to college. I know that I need to pay child support most likely beyond him reaching 25... View More
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answered on Mar 19, 2024
The child support obligation is yours alone (not new wife) and will terminate on your death.
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