What will happen at a child support hearing and what do I need to take?

It truly depends on what issues are going to be addressed at the hearing. It would be a good idea to consult with a local family law attorney to...

If I amend a petition form in a divorce before my spouse is served should I still serve him with both the original and amend?

You will need to serve both pleadings.

When can I file a Motion of Default?

They need to file an answer admitting or denying the allegations of the petition for modification, not a counter-petition. You can file a motion...

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Must I change my name after divorce?

You can keep the name you have - I don't know of any reason someone would require that you change it.

Under what circumstances does FL Dept of Revenue have to be served?

DOR is usually involved when one of the parties receives cash assistance from the state. Check out the Florida DOR website, it is pretty helpful. ...

I am 29 with a 1 year old child, how do I see that my child is raised by my parents in the event of my death?

Because you were not married when the child was born, paternity would need to be established for the father before the child would ever go to him. ...

Will my ex's new spouses income be calculated as her income if she is unemployed?

You likely need to retain an attorney to assist you in this regard. It may be possible to prove that she is voluntarily underemployed and that she...

How can I make him legally responsible for her financially, educational, medically without me using a lawyer or going to court?

Legally, the biological father's parental rights were terminated by the step-parent adoption. Your Husband is the individual who has all legal...

How do I go about collecting child support from a trust fund inheritance that is drained and controlled by the grandparents

This is a complicated matter not truly suitable for a simple Q & A forum. It would be best if you sat down for a consult with an experienced...

50/50 Custody

Ms. Tomshinsky's is absolutely correct. Section 61.13(3), Florida Statutes, is where you will find the factors that the judge will consider when...