If I know I'm expecting a child but am no longer with the woman, how can I protect my rights as father?

First, without a lawyer, you can register with the State of Florida and make a claim of paternity prior to your child's birth. It is called...

Can attorney represent both parties "who are divorced"

Since you and your former wife are on the "same side" in this fight against the mortgage company, the same attorney can represent both of you. The...

I got married 3 months ago my husband live in Jamaica I need a divorce we have nothing together. I'm paying everything there

You can get out without too much difficulty. Contact Brevard County Legal Aid (321-631-2500, 1038 Harvin Way, Suite 100, Rockledge, FL 32955.

Child support and divorce please i need help.

I can see why you need a divorce. If your husband left you and your child behind in Merritt Island, and moved to Jacksonville 2 years ago, then you...

I am planning on divorce, we have been estranged for many years, what is my exposure?

Recently, I had occasion to do some in depth legal research on this subject, and was surprised at what I found. There is a line of cases that stand...

If there was a Will, then the Will controls the disposition of the estate. For example, if Mom or Dad left a Will with only one beneficiary - one...

I cant afford a lawyer but i think i might need one. how do i fight this? Am i not able to get him out? what are my rights

Yes, a lawyer can help you. If DCF won't approve the placement, you can go directly to the court (after filing the proper pleadings) and try to...

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How can I get more visitation time with my son? Is it possible I can take my son for the summer out of state?

Judge Bernstein is a compassionate and great judge. He listens. You are in good hands. It is difficult to believe that he would allow the continued...

Child Support Payments to Mother while a She's a Ward of the Court (Medical Incapacity)

I hope you have stopped paying child support by now, as it is clear that your children's mother is unable to care for the children. As to the...

Am I entitled to a severance package or anything because I am now being separated from my employer because of no work? Not fair!

Unless you have a written employment contract providing for severance pay, you are not entitled to it. The reference letter is a bonus. You may be...