Can a person file for child support after its already requested in a petition to determine paternity?

A paternity action, like the one you filed, can require child support be paid 24 months retroactive to the date of filing if it is the first case...

In a Florida Divorce case, what does deferring ruling on a Petitioner's Motion for Mediation mean?

I agree with the previous attorney. The Court has postponed its ruling for a later date. Generally speaking, there documents from each side that...

Default after motion denied?

If you are concerned that you may not be able to hire an attorney to handle the matter before a default is entered, it is a good practice to file a...

Visiting Orlando With Family

You are reuiqred within 48 hours of arriving in Florida, you must report to the sheriff's office in that county. Your 7 day vacation is under a...

If your divorce was in Florida, or you transfer the case here, Florida has no statute of limitation to seek unpaid alimony. You might be able to...

When we met can I take my son and just leave. And keep him like she is until court?

Florida is moving toward an equal time sharing presumption in every case. You are certainly not fighting a losing battle. In fact, one the factors...

Is my ex-wife privileged to read all of my financial information submitted to her attorney?

Your former wife can definitely review the income/financial records and likewise, you have the ability to review hers. It is hopeful that parties...

The hold for GPS does not necessarily mean house arrest. It does mean that he has to get a GPS tracker. That is most likely a condition of his...

What should I expect in court from the judge on Monday? How should I prepare? Could I face possible jail time?

Yes, you could go to jail. Considering this is your first time for the contempt, the Hearing Officer may give you a purge. A purge is when the...

How do i go about a CS modification for a case out of state? I am in FL and ncp lives in NYC. Case was awarded in NYC

Florida's department of revenue has no jurisdiction over the NCP. You will have to contact the Department in NY to modify the child support.