Isn't service/proof of service required for supplemental petition-downward modification/ termination of alimony required?

Technically, yes. A supplemental petition must be served just like a petition. If a case is already pending, though, a supplemental petition...

How is Alimony determined? Is there a formula based on both salaries?

There is no formula nor guidelines in Florida for alimony like there is for child support. Alimony can be very, very complex, and there are...

How is child support determined? I've heard that with joint custody, no one pays child support.

It's a myth that, with 50/50 timeshare, no one pays child support. Child support in Florida is based on Florida's Child Support Guidelines System....

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Good question. I'm surprised it's not asked more. A lawyer's hourly rates vary greatly depending on your location. New lawyers and associates...

I'm trying to file for divorce w/o involving attorneys, how can I speed up my spouse in doing his paperwork?

As to your first question, there isn't much you can do to make your spouse complete paperwork faster. In terms of getting issues resolved quicker,...

If i didnt know i was or that we had a final judgement or that we were even getting divorced what rights do i have after court

You haven't provided enough information. You can't get the dissolution of your marriage set aside, but you may be able to have property and debt...

If I'm 18 years old, can I adopt a family friend's 2 year old little girl?

You may adopt. In Florida, you only have to be 18 to adopt. The other requirement only applies if you are married, and that requirement is that,...

Best Way to Prove Parental Alienation?

I'd worry less about parental alienation at this point and worry more about simple timeshare. If there is a parenting plan or timeshare order in...

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I have a question dealing with the theft of an engagement ring.

Often, jewelry is covered by a separate rider on homeowner's policies (though it isn't on mine), so you might want to check there. But the...

HAVING SOMEONE SERVED FOR A HEARING

Since weekends don't count in state court, you have until Monday, April 9. If the child support case is being done through the Florida Department...