Do I drive the 8 hrs south tomorrow to be at court Monday with proof in tow? Does he have a chance? How does judge decide this?

This may be a bit late for your current hearing, since your question only showed up today. A party is required to be at all hearings in person...

What are my options for getting sole custody?

If paternity has not yet been established, then he really has no rights or responsibilities for that matter. Once paternity is established, every...

Can I sue to recover, at least the portion of my marital estate, that my husband coerced from me through intimidation?

Unfortunately, it would be nearly impossible unless you could show fraud at the time the order was entered. You would have to show that the order...

Can an accepted no contest felony domestic violence plea deal be used in divorce and custody as evidence?

Yes, since it is relative to the issue at hand. More importantly, you should obtain a certified copy of the judgment and sentence for that...

What are my rights in regards to ex-wife breaching custody agreement?

It would be important to know whether you had a simple agreement or if the agreement was approved by the court and made into a court order. If the...

Does my son have rights to this child?

I agree that paternity needs to be established before he can assert any rights in Florida. Unmarried birth fathers have extra burdens that married...

A "relative" in Florida is defined as someone related within 3 degrees of consanguinity. In other words, draw your family tree and count "ups" and...

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There is another option that does not involve DCF. You may file for Custody by Extended Family Member. Anyone related within 3 degrees (Siblings,...

Can we sue them?

You definitely need to file with the court to have your account properly credited. Sadly, it is not at all unusual for the accounts to be messed...

Can I give my son my room, but still leave my clothes and such in the room and still meet the requirements of giving him space?

I agree that there is no statutory requirement for a child to have a private room. Unless this has been an issue in the past for some reason, it...