What do I do if a hearing date is set without my approval and I am unable to attend?

The administrative procedures manuals for all of the family law judges in Seminole require that attorneys try to clear hearing times with pro se...

How could I get a non custodial parent's rights revoked?

I am quite certain that the Department of Children Families (DCF) can get involved even without the father getting arrested in the presence of the...

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HOW MUCH CHILD SUPPORT FOR TWO KIDS... HUSBAND MAKES 600 WEEK AND WE LIVE IN FLORIDA

I agree with Mr. Rose that your husband cannot arbitrarily set child support. The starting point in every case is the Florida child support...

If temporary relief is already granted what is the next step how do i get the divorce process over and done with

I've said this before on AVVO in responding to similar questions. I really believe that you need to allow your attorney to answer this question,...

What are legal implications of leaving my family for a week to make them realize my worth as a stay home mom.

I don't think there's any issues from a legal standpoint in just taking a little break from your family. Provided that you coordinate it with your...

My son put his name on a childs birth certificate without getting a DNA test first, can ir be removed if proven not his.

There is a process in Florida to "disestablish" paternity if a putative father learns that he is not the biological father -- See Florida Statute...

Can I, the father, gain full custody of my daughter in the divorce?

The term "custody" of children is no longer used in the context of divorce in Florida. Instead, a Parenting Plan is put in place that provides for...

Looking for a particular Florida Statute relating to relocating with minor children

See F.S. 61.13001(3)(e), which states that if a parent relocates without permission of the other parent or the court, then the court may find...

Can the primary care parent disobey legal visitation papers?

If the father refuses to give you contact with your daughter in accordance with a court order, then you can file a motion with the court to enforce...

Can a man ask for a paternity test even if the mother request one?

If the mother of the child doesn't consent to your son being the father, he should first register with the Putative Father Registry maintained by...