How can a child support be removed

You can usually address that by motion to the court, assuming the court is in Florida and there is no arrearage .If there is still an arrearage,...

My son and I are moving from Florida to Virginia, with the consent of my ex-husband. Do I need to file a child custody amendment

It is definitely better if you take the written consent pursuant to F.S. 61.13001(2) and ask for an amended judgment if there is a current...

Will he be ordered to pay support for the kids?

Child support is calculated according to your incomes, some adjustments, and the amount of time spent for overnights. Therefore, someone can still...

I have had a child in my care for a few weeks and only heard from the mom once, can I get legal custody or adopt?

It would be a lot better if the mother and father can be located to get signed consents, but yes you could potentially adopt. It just becomes a...

What happens if a non custodial parent makes monthly child support payments but fails to make the additional arrears payment ?

You could ask the court to hold them in contempt for not following a court order. You would have to show that they were willfully not paying the...

Is it possible to re-open a child custody/parental visitation case that was dismissed more than 30 days ago?

You can try to have it reopened by motion for good cause, or it might be better to just file a new petition. You can consult with an attorney if...

Will I be able to take custody of my sister's baby with only her consent, not her husbands?

The short answer is no. He will have to be consulted in some way. There are steps that can be taken to notice him though, which can shorten the...

Florida does allow for child support until May 2019, but the IDO sounds like it stops at 18. Just keep that in mind as someone could come after...

How do I put a motion in for reunification with my children. I’m the mother

Depending on how the DCF case was disposed of, you will need to look at that order and either petition or put in a motion to change that. I don't...

What is the most permanent way to take care of my Grandson short of adoption -- difference guardianship/temp custody?

I do think a Chapter 751 guardianship might be a good way of reaching your goals assuming the order was appropriately worded. It is short of an...