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If everything is agreed upon at mediation how long before the judge signs the final order? For divorce with a child.

Betty's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

Well I cannot speak for other counties but the Final Judgment is usually signed and given to the parties at the Final Hearing on the Uncontested...

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Can I put the father of my baby on child support but keep him physically away from the child

Betty's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

I agree with Attorney Rosenfelt. However, the typical knee-jerk reaction is that the father all of a sudden wants to be a part of the child's life...

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Who is responsible for loss on house? Both names are on mortgage but only mine is on the deed.

Betty's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

Since you say he was added to the mortgage, you both are jointly and severally liable for the mortgage. Good luck. Sincerely, B. Elaine Jones,...

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Do I have a good chance of obtaining custody of my 10yr old Grandson?

Betty's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

In Florida, the law is that the natural parents have a greater right to their children than anyone else. However, if the parents are proven to be...

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I gave my mother temp. guardianship over my child, & didnt waive any of my rights.hes living with her, can i legally keep him

Betty's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

If there are no Court Orders designating her as the child's legal guardian or custodian, then yes, you can keep your child and not return it to...

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Child support

Betty's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

There has to be a substantial change in circumstances to change the child support amount. You say that he is making way more money now. If it has...

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I need to change a parental agreement. I live in Florida but the original agreement was filed in Tennessee. Any help?

Betty's answer | Answered on July 21, 2015

The simplest way of doing this is to contact an attorney in Tennessee, which you can find by using the Find a Lawyer tab on this website, and have...

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My new job switched my weekends off and my ex wife won't switch the weekends to allow me to see my son.

Betty's answer | Answered on July 21, 2015

I would file both the Motion for Contempt and the Supplemental Petition for Modification just in case the Motion for Contempt does not work out. ...

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In Florida, how old does a minor have to be in able to refuse to go on weekend visitation? Or is it not about age, but about

Betty's answer | Answered on July 21, 2015

I agree with Attorney Rosenfelt. Counseling sounds like an order here. There must be a reason why he doesn't want to go. You said he communicate...

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What forms do I need for divorce and alimony?

Betty's answer | Answered on July 21, 2015

I agree with Attorney Rosenfelt and would add that if your husband's income is significantly more than yours, he may be required to pay for your...

Betty Elaine Jones's Answers (5139)

If everything is agreed upon at mediation how long before the judge signs the final order? For divorce with a child.

Can I put the father of my baby on child support but keep him physically away from the child

Who is responsible for loss on house? Both names are on mortgage but only mine is on the deed.

Do I have a good chance of obtaining custody of my 10yr old Grandson?

I gave my mother temp. guardianship over my child, & didnt waive any of my rights.hes living with her, can i legally keep him

Child support

I need to change a parental agreement. I live in Florida but the original agreement was filed in Tennessee. Any help?

My new job switched my weekends off and my ex wife won't switch the weekends to allow me to see my son.

In Florida, how old does a minor have to be in able to refuse to go on weekend visitation? Or is it not about age, but about

What forms do I need for divorce and alimony?