How many times can an attorney request a financial affidavit within a given year?

If it has not been more than 6 months or your financial situation has not undergone a major change, the Court would most likely not require you to...

Does the court just use the Child Support formula based on income to determine the payment amount or are there other factors?

The relevant factors in the child support calculations are the net incomes of the parties, the percentage of overnight time-sharing each has with...

I need to give up custody of my child to join the navy, what do i need to do?

You will need to file a Supplemental Petition. See the link below for the State of Florida-approved form.

If you are trying to modify the current Parenting Plan, you will need to show that there has been a substantial change since the judgment was...

What is typically done when parents don't agree on a parenting plan?

If you were unable to agree to a Parenting Plan and time-sharing schedule, a hearing will be held before a judge and the judge will attempt to set...

How can a non-custodial parent show legal proof that his children live with him?

It is very difficult to prove that something that is not true is true. I assume that if the children have been living with you, their school...

Can I be sued for back child support?

The children's father may be able to try to sue for back child support, but if the children have been living with you, it will be impossible for...

Mediation and Court Hearing

Everything that happens in mediation is confidential unless it is reduced to writing in the form of an agreement.

In a divorce with minor children, does it matter who's designated Custodial Parent?

Florida no longer designates one parent as the custodial parent.

Do I need an attorney to disestablish paternity?

While it is certainly possible to file the paperwork on your own, your interests would be better served by at least consulting with a family law...