If you are considering what child custody arrangement would be best for your family, you might be considering a 50/50 split. However, what does this really mean? Is it really equal? Understanding Florida’s 50/50 custody rules is essential to working out a child custody arrangement that works for you. Types of Child Custody in Florida… read more
Child custody disputes are always difficult, but when one parent exhibits narcissistic behaviors, the stakes feel even higher. Narcissistic tendencies—such as manipulation, lack of empathy, and control—can deeply affect a child’s emotional health and make co-parenting almost impossible. So, how do you effectively deal with a narcissistic parent in a custody situation? Here’s a clear,… read more
Family relationships can become complicated when parents separate or when one parent passes away. In these situations, grandparents may want to stay involved in a child’s life. However, in Florida, the law puts parents’ rights first, which means grandparents don’t always have automatic rights to time-sharing or parental responsibility (child custody). However, there are specific… read more
Raising a child with an ex is already challenging, but when one parent lives far away, things can get even more complicated. Florida courts take time-sharing and parental responsibility seriously, and parents are expected to find workable solutions even when hundreds of miles separate them. If you or your child’s other parent has moved or… read more
School is where your child spends (or should spend) most of their time. If the other parent is refusing to take your kids to school, this could impact your child’s education and your custody case. You might be wondering–what are your options if your child’s other parent refuses or fails to take your kids to… read more
Child custody and time-sharing matters in Florida are decided based on the child’s best interests and the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA). It is public policy in Florida for children to have ongoing contact with their parents. Therefore, judges begin with the presumption that joint custody is in the child’s best interest…. read more
Child custody disputes can be challenging. The challenge is even greater when parents live in different states. Courts must determine which state has jurisdiction when parents live far apart. This makes determining a child’s best interests even more difficult. At McMichen, Cinami & Demps, we understand how to handle interstate custody cases. Let our seasoned… read more
Navigating child custody matters in Florida can be complex and emotionally challenging. Whether you’re going through a divorce or seeking to modify an existing custody arrangement, understanding the laws and your rights is crucial. Below are some frequently asked questions about child custody in Florida to help guide you through the process. What Are the… read more
When a couple is going through a divorce with minor children involved, child custody, parenting time, and child support are major issues. Both parents may fight to gain custody of their children. Divorcing parties often ask which parent is more likely to get child custody. Many people believe that mothers are more likely to gain… read more
One of the most difficult and emotional issues in family law is child custody, especially when a child wants to live with one parent over the other. In Florida, state courts prioritize the child’s best interests, but the question of when, or if, your child can choose which parent to live with can be complex…. read more
50-50 Custody in Florida
If you are considering what child custody arrangement would be best for your family, you might be considering a 50/50 split. However, what does this really mean? Is it really equal? Understanding Florida’s 50/50 custody rules is essential to working out a child custody arrangement that works for you. Types of Child Custody in Florida… read more
Narcissism & Child Custody: How to Deal With a Narcissistic Parent
Child custody disputes are always difficult, but when one parent exhibits narcissistic behaviors, the stakes feel even higher. Narcissistic tendencies—such as manipulation, lack of empathy, and control—can deeply affect a child’s emotional health and make co-parenting almost impossible. So, how do you effectively deal with a narcissistic parent in a custody situation? Here’s a clear,… read more
Child Custody Laws for Grandparents in Florida
Family relationships can become complicated when parents separate or when one parent passes away. In these situations, grandparents may want to stay involved in a child’s life. However, in Florida, the law puts parents’ rights first, which means grandparents don’t always have automatic rights to time-sharing or parental responsibility (child custody). However, there are specific… read more
How To Manage Long-Distance Parental Responsibility and Time-Sharing in Florida
Raising a child with an ex is already challenging, but when one parent lives far away, things can get even more complicated. Florida courts take time-sharing and parental responsibility seriously, and parents are expected to find workable solutions even when hundreds of miles separate them. If you or your child’s other parent has moved or… read more
What If the Other Parent Refuses or Fails to Take the Kids to School?
School is where your child spends (or should spend) most of their time. If the other parent is refusing to take your kids to school, this could impact your child’s education and your custody case. You might be wondering–what are your options if your child’s other parent refuses or fails to take your kids to… read more
What Do Judges Look for in Child Custody Cases?
Child custody and time-sharing matters in Florida are decided based on the child’s best interests and the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA). It is public policy in Florida for children to have ongoing contact with their parents. Therefore, judges begin with the presumption that joint custody is in the child’s best interest…. read more
How Does Child Custody Work If the Parents Live in Different States?
Child custody disputes can be challenging. The challenge is even greater when parents live in different states. Courts must determine which state has jurisdiction when parents live far apart. This makes determining a child’s best interests even more difficult. At McMichen, Cinami & Demps, we understand how to handle interstate custody cases. Let our seasoned… read more
Florida Child Custody FAQs
Navigating child custody matters in Florida can be complex and emotionally challenging. Whether you’re going through a divorce or seeking to modify an existing custody arrangement, understanding the laws and your rights is crucial. Below are some frequently asked questions about child custody in Florida to help guide you through the process. What Are the… read more
Which Parent Is More Likely To Gain Child Custody During a Florida Divorce?
When a couple is going through a divorce with minor children involved, child custody, parenting time, and child support are major issues. Both parents may fight to gain custody of their children. Divorcing parties often ask which parent is more likely to get child custody. Many people believe that mothers are more likely to gain… read more
At What Age Can A Child Choose Which Parent to Live with in Florida?
One of the most difficult and emotional issues in family law is child custody, especially when a child wants to live with one parent over the other. In Florida, state courts prioritize the child’s best interests, but the question of when, or if, your child can choose which parent to live with can be complex…. read more