Annulement or divorce or neither

The formality of annullment is unnecessary in your situation as your second marriage is void, as if it never occurred. This is for informational...

What is considered "reasonable" or "normal" visitation for an 11 week old child with the non custodial parent?

Here are some suggested guidelines based on child development concerns: Infants - a few hours every two to three days to build a bond with the...

I am trying to find out how I can add my last name to my kids names. I don't know where to start.

A petition to change a minor child's name usually requires the consent of both parents. If the fathers object, you will have to prove that the...

If a custodial parent moves children to another state with out permission can this be contested? If I was in Iraq and the

Whether you can do anything in Florida depends on where the initial custody determination was made. If that was in Florida, then Florida retains...

Can an absentee father automatically get rights?

Do not despair as you have several legal options for the support and protection of your child. Success depends on you taking action rather than...

Spousal support

Hold on a minute. An order for direct payments from Defense Finance Office, (DFAS) of a percentage of a service member's retired pay will be...

Pro bono

Having practiced marital and family law in Florida for nearly 30 years, I have yet to see any case where alimony is a sure thing as it is one of...

Move from marital home

If you have a child with your husband, moving out of state without his consent or a court order could seriously damage your position in any future...

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Can you withdraw a marital separation agreement that has been filed with the courts

Unless final judgment has been entered or the agreement has been otherwised approved by the court, It is a simple matter of each side voluntarily...

What to do about a legal seperation?

In Florida, we start at 50/50 and adjust from there in some rare circumstances depending on a number of factors. Also, depending on all of the...