It depends on the language of the contractual documents but it is not uncommon for a mortgage company to require a spouse to sign off on giving up his rights in favor of the mortgagor even when title and the loan are solely in the other spouse's name. In that particular situation, the spouse... View More

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There is no legal separation in the State of Florida. If you wish to seek support from your Husband without filing a petition for divorce then you would file a Petition for support unconnected with a dissolution of marriage and request alimony/support. The process is every similar to a dissolution... View More

During the process of a divorce, one party may be eligible to receive alimony from the other party if there is a significant disparity in their incomes. This support is designed to alleviate the financial burden on the lower-earning spouse during and after the divorce proceedings. While Florida... View More

Additional facts are needed. However, if there is an existing court order, it should specify who has majority timesharing. If no order is in place, the Judge will determine which parent will maintain temporary majority timesharing. Any request for temporary majority timesharing should be included... View More

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

You can leave the home without affecting any marital rights you may have in the home other than possession and access. Once you leave the home and the divorce is filed, you will not be able to return to the home unless you have a court order or an agreement between you and your husband. Also, if... View More

Moving out of the marital home while awaiting the finalization of the divorce does not automatically mean you relinquish your rights to the property. The home remains marital property regardless of who lives in it until the court issues a final decree in the divorce proceedings.

Legally, the man that the woman was married to at the time of the birth is the "legal father." This can be changed but you must take the mother to court on a paternity/ disestablishment of paternity case. You will need to include the man that she is/was married to in the lawsuit. Speak... View More

The legal standard in Florida is what is in the best interest of the child. If a parent has been absent for an extended period the court is not going to thrust them together. Reunification is possible but can be a lengthy process. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

Both of you are bound by whatever it says in your parenting plan. If you want to change the plan then you need to go back to court for a modification. As long as you are both following the parenting plan you can each live wherever you choose. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific... View More

This may be a question for an Australian lawyer regarding filing there. As far as Florida goes, you can request a case management conference (status conference) with the judge. Look online for the judge's division procedures for scheduling instructions. You have the power to unilaterally... View More

You are always able to request a case management conference (status conference) with the judge. Look online for your judge's division procedures and there should be instructions for scheduling. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

If you are still married then you both have equal rights over the child. Technically you can move without his permission; however, if he goes to the court you could be ordered to return. The better path is to either reach an agreement with him or go to court with a divorce/ relocation case. Speak... View More

Look up the division procedures for your judge online. There should be instructions on how to request and schedule a hearing. There should also be a phone number and/or email for the judicial assistant. That is the person with whom you need to communicate. Speak with a local family attorney for... View More

You need to carefully read the order that says "your daughter lost rights to children." That is where it will say if the father has the ability to send the children to Mexico. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

You say that you are already divorced. You will need to read the divorce decree carefully. It should say how your property was divided, regardless of where it is located. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

Your wife would need to seek a court order, like a temporary exclusive occupancy order, to have the legal right to change the locks and keep you out. This is something a court might consider in extreme situations, like if there's a concern for someone's safety. But under normal... View More

Your wife would need to seek a court order, like a temporary exclusive occupancy order, to have the legal right to change the locks and keep you out. This is something a court might consider in extreme situations, like if there's a concern for someone's safety. But under normal... View More

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

You can always file a motion to modify the conditions of the injunction. You do not mention if there is also a family case. You may be able to modify sooner than the end of your program and probation. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.