Category Archives: Family Law
Relocation and Time-Sharing in Florida
Under Florida law, a custodial parent who wishes to relocate more than 50 miles away for a length of time of longer than 60 days must provide notification to the other parent prior to making any moves. Should both parents agree to the relocation, the former couple must file a written agreement with the… Read More »
What Not To Do When Going Through a Divorce
It is a well-known fact to anyone who has gone through a divorce – or those who have watched on the sidelines – that it is rarely a simple and smooth process. Emotions run high, sometimes making it difficult for couples to make rational decisions. Moreover, the need to sort through financial, custody, and… Read More »
Grounds for Termination of Parental Rights in Florida
Several courts across our nation recognize the importance of parent involvement in the lives of children. In fact, studies have shown that children who consistently communication – and even live with – both parents after divorce experience less stress. Under Florida law, it is the custodial parent’s responsibility to encourage and foster an ongoing… Read More »
Does Adultery Affect Divorce in Florida?
Under local law, Florida is a “no-fault” divorce state. This means that either spouse may seek a divorce from the court without having to prove any particular reason as to why the marriage failed except that it is “irretrievably broken”. However, if one of the parties committed adultery this fact may affect other aspects… Read More »
The Different Types of Alimony in Florida
After several attempts – and a year of meetings between lawyers, legislators and others – by Florida’s legislature was unable to pass a proposed alimony reform bill earlier this year. The alimony bill died on the Senate floor when it refused to pass the House’s version of the law, which included establishing a formula… Read More »
Fathers’ Rights to Child Time Sharing in Florida
Under Florida law, the term “custody” is not used, nor is there a primary or secondary residential parent designation in the statutes. Conversely, state law grants both parents the rights to “time sharing” with their children. This means that a court will order a time-sharing schedule whose purpose is to serve the best interest… Read More »
How to Divorce a Spouse Who is Nowhere to Be Found
Earlier this year, a New York judge held that Facebook was an acceptable way for a Brooklyn woman to serve divorce papers on her estranged husband. While this medium that was used may be innovative, the method of divorce by publication is not. In fact, Florida has specific rules when it comes to divorcing… Read More »
Mother of Malnourished Child Arraigned in Child Custody Case
The foster parents of a malnourished seven-month-old child released pictures that show that the infant is gaining weight and looking healthy. The mother had her child taken from her custody last month by state authorities after she absconded with the child after a well-being check by the Department of Child Protective Services. Jessica McCreery,… Read More »
FSU Head Football Coach Punts His Marriage
Multiple news sources are reporting that Florida State University’s (FSU) head football coach, Jimbo Fisher, and his wife, Candi Fisher, have separated and decided to file for divorce. While both sides have yet to make any comments to the media, sources say that they have both met with attorneys and are attempting to mediate… Read More »
Parents Experiencing Problems with Child Support System
Many parents are experiencing problems with the Florida state child support system. One mother has not received her child support payments in weeks. Jessy Valerio claimed that she has had problems with the system in the past, and the state paid her a penny. Now, it has been multiple weeks and the state has… Read More »