Questions answered by Denise Martinez Scanziani

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My daughters father won't adhere to a court orderd custody schedual

Denise's answer | Answered on June 01, 2015

He is required to abide by the timesharing schedule order. You are not required to provide him time otherwise. By the same token, you cannot...

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If one parent has accusations from DCF and the child is DCF supposed to consider the other parent before anyone else?

Denise's answer | Answered on June 01, 2015

Absolutely. A non-charged parent will be the first option in placement, with or without a pre-existing custody order. Even though the parent is...

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I am owed nearly $23,000 in back child support, my ex in another state is playing games,,what can I do

Denise's answer | Answered on June 01, 2015

He cannot flee a child support obligation by moving states. Your FL order is enforceable in NY. Contact a NY attorney who can help you or contact...

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Can a judge waive child support?

Denise's answer | Answered on June 01, 2015

Child support cannot be waived under FL law. If it has not been more than 15 days since the final hearing, you can move for a rehearing. This...

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Can I take my children father to court for neglect and child support

Denise's answer | Answered on June 01, 2015

Neglect is a type of child abuse. Based on your facts, it seems the best course of action is to file a motion for contempt for his failure to pay...

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About to file for divorce, can I spend money in a joint checking account?

Denise's answer | Answered on May 28, 2015

Dissipation refers to wasting of marital assets for non-marital purposes. As a marital asset, you have rights to this money as well. I agree that...

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Does State of Florida have "standard" or automatic visitation rights for the non-custodial parent when the child is minor (3y)?

Denise's answer | Answered on May 28, 2015

Time sharing is governed by what is in the best interests of the minor child. There is no minimum age a child must be before spending time with...

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Adult Name Change forms in Florida ask for all past addresses, but I don't remember some from years ago. Can I skip some?

Denise's answer | Answered on May 28, 2015

Florida Statute 68.07 governs name changes. Regarding your question, the statute says as follows: (3) (b) If known, the date and place of birth...

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How to enforce times haring?

Denise's answer | Answered on May 28, 2015

Due to the "no contact order," you may want to consider requesting that the court appoint a parenting coordinator to help you communicate, if your...

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What rights does a grandparent have if the non custodial parent is in prison

Denise's answer | Answered on May 28, 2015

Unfortunately, grandparents do not have visitation rights in Florida.

Denise Martinez Scanziani's Answers (1213)

My daughters father won't adhere to a court orderd custody schedual

If one parent has accusations from DCF and the child is DCF supposed to consider the other parent before anyone else?

I am owed nearly $23,000 in back child support, my ex in another state is playing games,,what can I do

Can a judge waive child support?

Can I take my children father to court for neglect and child support

About to file for divorce, can I spend money in a joint checking account?

Does State of Florida have "standard" or automatic visitation rights for the non-custodial parent when the child is minor (3y)?

Adult Name Change forms in Florida ask for all past addresses, but I don't remember some from years ago. Can I skip some?

How to enforce times haring?

What rights does a grandparent have if the non custodial parent is in prison