Questions about re-opening child support case

Child support is always modifiable if there has been a substantial change of circumstances since the child support order was put in place. Courts...

What can be the possible outcome in a fight for custody at court for my children?

In matters of custody, or as we call it here in Florida, parental responsibility and timesharing, The judge is required to make his ruling solely...

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Is there a way to file separate motions to be heard same date,time?

I agree with my colleague Mr. Lampert. To modify timesharing and/parental responsibility you would need to file a Supplemental Petition for...

What should my current partner (bio dad) do to preserve his rights & can he establish paternity in court prior to the birth?

In Florida, your partner may be the biological father, however he does NOT have standing to seek to establish the paternity of your child. This is...

What can I do to ensure I get to be my child's father (i.e. Spend time and make important decisions)?

The very first thing you need to do is to file your name into the Florida Putative Father Registry. This will ensure that you are notified if the...

Do I have more custody rights over our children, and are my children entitled to back child support for time incarcerated?

If you and your ex have never been to court and there is no court order stating he is the father of the child, Then you, being the unmarried...

Can a family member be an agent for me and speak for me in my defense in family court in florida?

If your family member is an attorney and licensed to practice law in Florida, then yes that person could represent you. However anyone who is not...

Father agreed to my move to orlando fl. With our son but he will not release him to me. Father is being spiteful. What should I

I agree with my colleagues above. It sounds as if you have a custody order in Nevada. If so, there may be a clause in the order stating that Nevada...

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Is it reasonable to ask for a deviation of the child support guidelines?

I would need a little more information from you to fully answer your question. If your ex-wife was ordered in the divorce to pay those specific...

Can anyone qualify for an injunction for protection against repeat violence, or must they be blood/family/dating related?

Any person who is the victim of repeat violence or the parent or legal guardian of any minor who is living at home and who seeks an injunction for...