How to answer and counter petition, when I am the original petitioner, and the father is the respondent. He filed for modify.

You have presented a lot of information that in all honesty I think you would be better served by at least seeking an attorney out who provides...

Can I request that child support isn't taken out of my paycheck until the modification is finalized.

You can try to file a Motion to Abate On-going Child Support while the matter is pending. It's not a guarantee but, you may have a shot. The...

Drug addict husband wants joint custody. Advice on FL law

There are a lot of complex issues that you have posed. I would definitely recommend contacting a local attorney for a more thorough analysis. I...

I filed my answer in my divorce case a little over a month ago. Can I still file a counter-petition?

Depending on how long ago you filed your answer, you may have to file a Motion for Leave to Amend your answer and file a counter petition and get...

What to do if the Mother confiscates cell phones and does not permit my boys to use them to contact me over summer vacation?

If she is impeding your ability to communicate with the children you can file a Motion for Contempt/Enforcement of the Court Ordered Parenting...

How do I remove an adult child from a support order paid through the FSDU in Florida?

Depending on what your final judgment says, you may have to file a Supplemental Petition for Modification of Child Support. Child support...

I need to serve the opposing party with a Supplemental Petition to Modify. Do I serve the lawyer or the party itself?

You can contact the other party's attorney and see if they are willing to accept service on the party's behalf. If they are not willing, you will...

The party seeking to modify timesharing carries the burden of alleging and ultimately proving that there has been a substantial change in...

I am a working non custodial parent. Can I claim my child because my ex is unmarried and does not have a job?

The answer may depend on what your Final Judgment and/or Marital Settlement Agreement states. I would recommend taking your prior court documents...

I am contemplating getting a divorce but not sure if I should move out or not... I would like to keep the house

Even if you move out of the home, it is most likely a marital asset. Simply moving out does not waive your claim to the home. I would...