Tag Archives: Orlando Family Lawyer
Child Custody Agreements: Dealing with Hazards to the Child’s Health and Well-being
In late March, the Florida Fifth District Court of Appeal released in an instructive opinion in a contested child custody case. The decision is a good reminder that the best interests of the child should always prevail in Florida courts. If you believe that your child’s best interests are not being served by your… Read More »
Parental Alienation In Florida Child Custody Cases
Parental alienation is a process of emotional manipulation by which a child is turned against one of their parents. Parental alienation is emotional abuse, it often has a major negative impact on the well being of the affected child. It also has a deep impact on the victimized parent. Parental alienation most frequently occurs… Read More »
The Importance of a Parenting Plan in Your Florida Divorce
If you or someone you know is going through a divorce, it is essential to understand the role of a parenting plan during this process. Under Florida law, parenting plans give divorcing spouses who are parents the opportunity to come to an agreement as to how the children will be raised during and after… Read More »
Florida Alimony: What Are The Tax Implications?
The tax consequences of divorce are often overlooked. A divorce, and any resulting alimony payments, could have significant tax ramifications. It is important that the tax consequences are thoroughly considered throughout the entire process. The last thing you need is an additional headache from the IRS. If you have any questions about spousal support… Read More »
Florida Divorce: What is a pre-trial conference?
Before a divorce trial begins, Florida courts typically hold at least one pre-trial conference. A pre-trial conference is an important procedural matter. During it a judge will sometimes give some input on the case. The input can give both parties a valuable glimpse at what a judge might be thinking on certain pivotal issues…. Read More »
What Are the Rights of an Unmarried Father in Florida?
Legally speaking, there are “putative” and “biological” fathers. A putative father is someone who is presumed to be the father of an illegitimate child (i.e. offspring of unmarried parents). A biological father is one whose genes have been transmitted to the child, as opposed to adopting the minor. Establishing Paternity An unmarried father with… Read More »
Florida Man Ordered to Pay More than Six Figures in Child Support
Ft. Lauderdale resident Jeffrey Kingman, 51, was sentenced to five years probation by a U.S. District court earlier this month for failure to pay child support, according to a recent Bangor Daily News report. Kingman allegedly owed more than $100,000 in back payments. Last fall, Kingman waived a grand jury trial and instead pled… Read More »
How to Modify Florida Support and What To Avoid
The divorce process can be stressful and difficult to manage, especially if there are children involved in addition to property. After the former spouses start their new lives, each one must adhere to the divorce decree issued by the family law judge. Often the court-ordered document addresses several factors that were at issue, and… Read More »
Understanding Child Custody in Florida
Child custody can be an emotional subject for soon-to-be divorcing parents. Nevertheless, it is important for you to understand how courts view timesharing in order to be better prepared to handle this matter during your Florida divorce. If you or someone you know is having child custody issues with a former spouse – or… Read More »
How to Divorce a Missing Spouse in Florida
Divorces can be complicated enough; but what happens when your soon-to-be spouse is missing? The reasons behind why a spouse is missing can be many. Notwithstanding, Florida law provides a legal vehicle by which a person can petition the court for a divorce even when their spouse is nowhere to be found. Service by… Read More »