Do I have to return my son to his father? We have shared custody, legally, however, I haven't heard from him in months.

You will need to file a Supplemental Petition to Modify Time-sharing/Parental Responsibility. As some of the attorneys on here correctly stated,...

What is Alimony based on in Florida ? Seem to contradictory to Statue.

There are different statutory factors that a court takes into account when awarding alimony. Two main things are the ability to pay (payor spouse)...

In order to qualify for a homestead exemption, you must have either legal or beneficial title to the property for which you are seeking an...

How long will it take to be granted a divorce after two years of separation (if not contested). Do I need him to sign papers

If you are both in agreement as to child support (if there are an children from the marriage), division of marital assets,etc., it can be...

Need a child support lawyer ASAP

Child support is determined by both spouses income & there's a Child Support Guidelines worksheet that is used to calculate the Child Support...

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If two parties mutually agree to completely terminate child support including the arrears, will the judge grant the request?

The right of the child to receive child support cannot be waived by the parents. The parents cannot make this decision even of its a mutual one.

Location of wife is unknown for a year and a half. Have not lived together since 2007. What is my next move for divorce??

You have to probably do a diligent search to try & find her. If you can't find her then, you must follow certain steps & do service by publication....

Good news: You can get divorced even if your husband is a non-U.S Citizens and no longer lives in this country. Under Florida law, only one spouse...

There are many things to explore in your case. But at the minimum, you should consider filing a Supplemental Petition to Modify Child Support since...

Is a disabled person who is receiving only SSI benefits obligated to pay child support in Florida?

I agree with my colleagues. Receiving SSI Benefits does not exclude someone to pay child support. Child support is an obligation. However, you...