What happens when a parent has full custody?

Since your question states that there was previously a custody battle, one would think that some type of order or agreement was entered. If so,...

Can I legally stop my soon-to-be ex husband from emotionally, mentally, and financial abusing my children and me? It is extreme.

Have you been representing yourself in the applications for GAL, social ect.? Psychological Abuse is one of the most difficult problems to deal...

What is included in Child Support

No. The child support guidelines are based upon studies which estimate the total cost of caring for children throughout the nation. Through a...

Can you have a parent with early to mid stage of dementia declared incompetent without going through a lengthy legal battle?

there is only a lengthy legal battle if the alleged incapacitated person fights, or there is a real issue regarding incompetency. There is an...

I am 62 yr old and would like to have birth given name and birth certificate restored

The birth certificate maybe a problem. You should be able to do a name change. I suppose it is not really the same as having your name restored. ...

Can i be adopted from my uncle ?

an adult adoption is a relatively simple procedure in Florida. Much simpler than adoption of a minor (except in the case of a step parent...

Domestic Injunctions, i.e. domestic violence or stalking

Presumably your petition was dismissed when you fail to show up at the hearing. You could file a motion to set aside that dismissal based upon your...

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My question today is how exactly does gaining custody of someone work exactly? what is the whole process and how long is it ?

The above attorneys are correct. It makes little sense to do an adoption of a 17-year-old. There may be some other more practical alternatives....

Floirda does not recognize Legal Separation..Can I still file a motion for support unconnected with a dissolution of marriage?

My colleagues are correct. You can file for child support, spousal support, and parenting issues without filing for divorce. But remember,...

If a judge orders an adoption to start can the process be terminated if extended family come forth

it sounds as if, but I cannot be sure from your question, that you have been involved in a dependency proceeding, under chapter 39. If that is the...