I need to know if I don´t respond a divorce petition for dissolution of marriage, what does it mean WARNING Rule 12285 about .

Rule 12.285 refers to the Rule on Mandatory Disclosure that each party to a divorce must follow. Per the Rule, you must exchange certain financial...

What is the minimum we would need in terms of a will or trust?

If you proceed with a trust instrument, you should still have a pour-over will prepared. Also, you should be aware that to take advantage of the...

You should do a trust amendment to be executed with the same formalities as your original trust instrument.

Pro se or hire attorney for small claims case ($350 damages) against a computer repair store?When are attorney fees recoverable?

If you prevail by default or at trial you may recover attorney's fees. If you settle your claim at mediation then you can also recover attorney's...

My unit tested positive for mold.

Pursuant to Section 83.56(1) of the Florida Statutes, "[i]f the landlord materially fails to comply with s. 83.51(1) or material provisions of the...

Can you get a divorce while pregnant with spouse's chils

Yes, you can file for divorce while pregnant. You may file for divorce in Florida if you have met the residency requirement of being a resident of...

I would like to know how I can remove my ex-wife's name off of the deed to my home.

This should have been addressed in your marital settlement agreement/mediated agreement and/or in your final judgment. A special warranty deed...

Termination of Alimony based on Co-Habitation of Ex-wife with another person

Pursuant to Section 61.14(b) of the Florida Statutes, the court may reduce or terminate an award of alimony upon specific written findings by the...

Who stays in a rented house while filing for divorce? Both names in the lease. I don't work. He pays the rent.

Both parents have a legal obligation to support their child. So yes, child support will be awarded pursuant to the Florida Statutes. Your marriage...

Child support modification

As part of filing a supplemental petition for modification of child support, you must also comply with the mandatory disclosure rule and submit a...