Immigration and Work RIghts

No work with the F-1. As your husband, you would have to petition him under a "Petition for Alien Relative" (form I-130) to then do what is called...

How easy is it to get a divorce after being not legally separated for 14 years?

Florida law initially presumes that you are the father of the three children, since they were born during your marriage to your wife (even though...

Does my husband have to fly to Orlando for our court hearing?

Not if you either: 1. Have him sign and notarize a form called an "Answer and Waiver of Service" where he states he does not want to appear...

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My son is in a bad situation with his Mom but I have no rights. How do I get custody?

Unfortunately, what you might consider to be an emergency (emergency custody) usually is not an emergency for the Court and, sometimes, might even...

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Can my exhusband take my son to go live in Hong Kong

Yes he does. Not only your written consent and written agreement but, if you have a court order (divorce or other) which addresses your son's...

Is it faster? Less paperwork?To marry in Mexico or here in states? What is expected waiting times ? Days, months, or years?

If you are an American citizen the best way is to bring her to the U.S. with what is called a "fiancee visa". Once the visa is approved and she is...

Can a father receive child support for his children from the mother and will they take the her spouse income in consideration

The answer to your question is: yes. Child support is paid by both parents (not just the father). Just because she does not earn much and/or is not...

In FL, what age is a child considered to be able to decide which parent they want to live with for primary custody

There is no specific age in Florida. The law reflects that a Court in a custody case, "may" take into consideration the child's wants (BUT AS ONE...

I paid a retainer, and lawyer is not pursuing my case, what can I do ?

It is not true that the Florida Bar almost never will pursue a complaint. They do pursue complaints and are very detailed about it, specially when...

Child's medical expenses

Whomever was processing your divorce, either you on your own, a paralegal, or a lawyer, slipped on that issue. All judgments should have a clause...