As Ms. Morcraft said, this needs to be reposted with Texas listed in the location so that attorneys in Texas can see it and respond. Good luck!

Hello, I'm looking for a very strong defense lawyer for my divorce case with children, clay county, fl.

No attorney on AVVO can contact you directly. It sounds like you may have a hearing coming up as you speak of having a deadline to meet. Call...

Is it correct to file for divorce before consulting an attorney?

Are you concerned that he is going to file in a different county than you? If that is not a concern, don't worry about who files first; just work...

Florida Department of Financial Services , Query Results Case File informs me that status is Open. I was informed that this

Search the directory here on AVVO and you will be able to find many attorneys in the Ft. Lauderdale who will be able to assist you. Many will give...

I received a notice to appear for failure to pay child support.

There's no telling what a court will do. Have you given consideration to the fact that you are putting some minor things "distance and no ride"...

Does a verbal agreement that lasted years have any merit?

No, not really. First of all though - she and the child live in NY - are the court proceedings here in FL? If not, then you need to talk to an...

What will Happen? Will I be in Contempt? Any Jail Time?

There are no guarantees when it comes to going to court but I would be very surprised if the judge put you in jail if you have proof showing him...

After a child is emancipated, is child the full child support due, or just the arrearage.?

He needs to immediately file a Supplemental Petition stating the substantial change in circumstances (child is emancipated) and asking to stop the...

What kind of attorney do i need? And what motion should i file to regain my custody?

You say the child "has been living with me for all three years of his life" but then go on to say that "I need to know how can I get my son back...

My son turned 17 and moved out of his mother's house. Can I pay child support directly to my son or pay into a trust for him?

I agree with Mr. Trabin that the proper avenue here is to file a Supplemental Petition to modify the child support and seek to give it directly to...