Child custody and child support seem to have a connection. In some ways, they do, but in an important way, they do not. As a parent, it is important for you to understand how they relate and how they are different. You could find yourself in a bad situation if
Controversial pending legislation could impact custody arrangements for some parents in Florida. SB 254 proposes limiting custody for parents who seek gender-affirming care for minor children. How may this legislation impact parents in the state? Proposed legislation If it becomes law, SB 254 will make gender-affirming treatments, such as hormone
Marriage to an abusive spouse can rob you of autonomy and self-guidance. When you acknowledge that divorce is your only option to protect your future, reality may feel uncertain and scary. If you feel unsure of how your partner will react to news of a split, you might actively seek
One reason that many couples opt for collaborative divorce is that it places special emphasis on the needs of the children. Not only does collaborative divorce allow for more creative approaches to divorce agreements, it also provides parents with more control as they craft custody and child support agreements. One
When considering divorce, most couples tend to think that litigation is their only option. Thankfully, that’s no longer the case. In addition to traditionally litigated divorce, where each partner has their own legal representative and experts and everything is signed off on by a judge, mediation and collaborative divorce allow
Reestablishing paternity is centrally about confirming a child’s rights and benefits. It’s important for mothers who must secure paternity payments and for fathers safeguarding visitation and custody. We have written before that paternity “ was not much of an issue” years ago. However paternity’s importance in family law increased dramatically
The global pandemic created tight quarters for many couples, especially as the lockdown approaches eight months in America. However, these tight quarters allowed married couples to understand if their relationships can handle the toughest situations. For some marriages, it did not. Many spouses will pursue a divorce and work through
Time sharing. It is something you automatically did as married Florida parents with children. Now, and provided the kids are still under the age of 18, it is something you must learn to do in a revised way post-divorce. Divorce-linked time sharing has unquestionably gone through some adjustments in Florida
Whether or not they are married, parents are a vital part of their child’s life. However, if you and your child’s other parent are not married, you may not have the same legal protections afforded to married parents. One way for unmarried parents to protect themselves is by establishing paternity.
You want your child to have the support they need to thrive throughout their life. However, disagreements about what arrangement will provide your child with that support can lead to significant conflict in divorce. How do Florida courts determine which custody arrangement will provide your child with the loving home
Child support is a massive aspect of divorce. You need to understand what an arrangement covers and get a fair plan. One question you may ask is if child support pays for college tuition. According to College Tuition Compare, Florida students pay $3,891 for in-state residency and $15,494 for out-of-state.
One of the key parts of a divorce is determining custody of your children. Child custody is either uncontested or contested. Uncontested is when both parents agree on custody arrangements, and contested is when you and your ex-spouse cannot agree. The courts take the time to review each parent’s circumstances
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