Child Custody

If you are seeking custody of your children or you want to modify custody, you need to know how a Florida family court is likely to respond to your request. No ethical family lawyer will guarantee you a favorable outcome. Nevertheless, your best bet is to learn about Florida child custody law and seek the… read more

Many newly single parents have questions regarding what they can and cannot do on days they have custody of their children. Generally, a custody order will include terms outlining visitation, or you can have a discussion with your child’s other parent.  Unless your custody order or parenting plan restricts what you can do with your… read more

In Florida, child custody cases are decided based on the best interests of the child. Parents are encouraged to develop a parenting plan that reflects these interests. Once the court approves a parenting plan, it is a legally binding document that must be followed. The court can enforce its terms and impose penalties for any… read more

Florida family courts begin child custody cases with the rebuttable presumption that a child benefits from both parents remaining in their life. If parents dispute custody, the court examines the evidence presented by both parties to determine what is in the child’s best interest. Therefore, the first step to get joint custody in Orlando is… read more

A parent’s right to custody of their child is one of the most fundamentally protected rights under the United States Constitution and under every State Constitution. It is right up there with the freedom of religion, the freedom of speech, Due Process, and the right to marry. One would think, then, that it would be… read more

A divorce or other form of separation may end your relationship with your ex, but the one you have with your child endures. Nevertheless, it does bring about some significant changes to it. Specifically, you and your ex must reach an agreement (or have the court impose one on you) regarding your custodial rights. Custody… read more

If you have a child and you and your spouse decide to divorce or separate, you’ll likely soon become familiar with the term “co-parenting.” Successfully parenting a child requires you and the other parent to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts constructively, and put your child’s needs above your own. This becomes even more important when you… read more

Having a baby is one of the most exciting experiences in life, but for some, that event comes with a level of heartache and doubt. Questions of paternity can be complex and heart-rending. Even once you get DNA test results back, you may still wonder if they can be accurate. You may be surprised to… read more

Unfortunately, some individuals will do anything to “win” a divorce case, including using their children. Using children during a divorce can take many forms, including making false allegations of child abuse, threatening to challenge custody to obtain a favorable property settlement agreement, and parental alienation.  Sadly, when parents engage in parental alienation and other manipulation… read more

There are several types of child custody a court can grant. State laws determine the types of custody the courts can grant for children subject to the state’s jurisdiction. In Florida, the terms “custody” and “visitation” are no longer used in official terminology; instead, terms like “parental responsibility” and “time-sharing” are. However, the terms refer… read more