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answered on Mar 9, 2023
You can hire a private investigator to research your spouse's financial accounts. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
This is in the state of FL. Petitioner makes several claims that are false and a few that are exaggerated highly. It is for dating violence when in fact there has been none whatsoever the relationship was toxic certainly but NEITHER party was violent towards the other. I have a hearing soon where I... View More 
answered on Mar 8, 2023
To have the TRO dismissed, you will need to present evidence that the allegations made by your ex are untrue or exaggerated. Evidence could include witness statements, photographs, text messages, or any other documentation that can help to prove your case.
You will need to file a motion to... View More
Court order ends 6/2023 how soon can mother request extension for college
answered on Mar 8, 2023
In Florida, unless your settlement agreement said something about college, child support terminates on eighteenth birthday or high school graduation. No extensions. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
I have been paying 800 per month for three years and she won't sign the papers. Our divorce is uncontested and we have agreed on all of our own terms. Nothing legally has been filed. Can I stop paying my support payments to encourage her to sign?
answered on Mar 8, 2023
If and when your divorce is finalized there will be a child support obligation. You will receive credit for any payments made voluntarily towards child support. As long as you recognize that you will owe child support and there is no court order now that you pay child support you have no current... View More
In FL. It says we can file online. But somewhere else it says we have to go in person to sign. Can I just have him sign in his state with a notary or some other way? Thanks!
answered on Mar 8, 2023
Your spouse can sign and have notarized their response to the uncontested divorce petition in the state where they live. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
Both kids are over 21and both custodial parents are deceased. How do I resolve this case so my bench warrant in florida can be cleared
answered on Mar 7, 2023
You need to resolve the child support issue with whatever court issued the order. If you believe that there is no longer an obligation then file a motion with the court explaining why. If the court agrees then the arrearage can be resolved. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
My responsibilities is to cover Health/Insurance. I have been unemployed a few months. What are my options?
answered on Mar 7, 2023
If your only legal financial obligation is to provide health insurance and you are having financial hardship then you can return to court to explain your situation and ask for a modification. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
I am on my daughters birth certificate the mother and I are no longer on good terms but she wants to take her out of state without my consent.
answered on Mar 7, 2023
If you have never been to court regarding the child then you need to file a petition for paternity. A paternity lawsuit will establish and protect your rights as the father. Issues like school and moving will be covered by "shared parental responsibility" which means that both parents... View More
I am a signer, but have no ownership rights. Also they are asking for his personal accounts, which I am not on either. I do not have any bank accounts at this time. My minor children have savings accounts. Please help me
answered on Mar 6, 2023
Has your former husband filed a Supplemental Petition For Modification?
Have you been served?
Was there a Marital Settlement Agreement ?
Note Child Support is always modifiable as long as the child has not reached the age of 18 or 19expected to graduate High School by age 19... View More
My ex-husband has been recording our conversations and sending them to his friends
Is there a statute of limitations? It's been four years.
answered on Mar 3, 2023
Under Florida recording law, (two-party consent law) secretly recording individuals without their knowledge and consent is illegal. If someone have any audio recordings of you that you did not consent to, they can be criminally prosecuted. This can be a 3rd Degree Felony offense, punishable by up... View More
answered on Mar 2, 2023
The subpoena is issued by the Florida court. You hire a process server who, through their network, will serve the person in PR. What you need to understand is that you cannot force the witness in PR to travel to Florida. You must either depose them in their home county or make other arrangements to... View More
She fled with the vehicle while I was at work and left the state. Is there anything legally I can do? The vehicle is in both of our names and the final hearing has not yet happened.
answered on Mar 1, 2023
You should hire a family law attorney in or near the county where your case is pending to request exclusive use and possession of the vehicle during the pendency of the divorce proceeding, and then to seek enforcement of that order if she doesn’t return the vehicle.
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answered on Feb 28, 2023
If you are a minor in Florida then your parents are in control. If they are divorced then normally they must agree on where you go to school. If they cannot agree then the court will choose which parent decides. Good luck.
In September 2022 my husband filled a request for an adjustment in child support, based on a substantial decrease in income and an increase in bills. In response to this request, his ex served him with a lawsuit. Asking for both more money, and less visitation. The original request was then... View More
answered on Feb 27, 2023
I can only answer based on Florida law. If your child support case is in Florida then you can ask the court to compel her compliance with the discovery process (exchange of financial documents). The motion to compel will have a deadline which can then be escalated to a motion for contempt. It is... View More
We have a martial settlement agreement that states the father shall take the children to the all medical appointment. Mother can take the children if father can not attend. I have filed a contempt on mother because she is always taking the children to the appointment without telling me. The... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2023
The pediatrician's office is not a party to the case and thus is not bound by the agreement. Thus, they are not required to try to enforce it for you.
My aunt and uncle have legal custody or guardianship over my minor children. And they moved from Delaware without transferring the case or informing my husband and I is that illegal and if it is what can I do about it. I can't get any case information so please help
answered on Feb 22, 2023
You need to look at the court order that granted them guardianship. This is a specialized area of law. You should speak with a local dependency lawyer for more specific advice.
And they're trying to suspend my license I have court tomorrow I filed today for another modification through the judicial court does that still buy me time to get back in court to show that I'm doing my part and they won't suspend my license
answered on Feb 21, 2023
You are always able to motion the court to not suspend your driving privilege. The court wants you to work to earn money to pay the child support. Explain that you cannot work without your drivers license. As long as you can demonstrate that you are making your best efforts to work and pay your... View More
was told under some new law my 700 dollar alimony was cut to 319 dollars for 17 year? am I still eligible for the full 700 for life time? for the state of Florida
answered on Feb 21, 2023
If you were divorced in June 2022 then you are bound by whatever that court order says. It is not clear why the amount changed from 700 to 319 but there is no law in Florida that would mandate that change. You should take your court documents and speak with a local family lawyer for more specific... View More
I had a hearing on a motion. During that hearing respondent wasnt given time to respond so the hearing is continuing at a later date. but before the date came. the plaintiff submitted a amended motion. is that legal ? It is a Family Case (divorce) in Florida
answered on Feb 20, 2023
Sounds like the "hearing" did not address the merits of the original motion and the motion hearing was was rescheduled to allow time for a responsive pleading. In that case, I don't see an issue with an amended motion assuming you have sufficient time to respond and prepare for the... View More
I filed a report against my ex for hitting me online they responded saying g I has to have a deputy respond to file that type of report but I would rather not upset our son any more thinking his dad will go to jail can I refuse since my ex has not contacted me since the incident ?
answered on Feb 19, 2023
If you want law enforcement to pursue anything then you will have to either make a report at the station in person or have a deputy come to you. If you do not want to pursue it further then you don't need to do anything else. Speak with a local lawyer for more specific advice.
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