How can the Magestrate allowed shared custody?

All orders entered in a chapter 61 proceeding trump prior orders in an injunction case. The magistrate should have including specific instructions...

My wife wants to take my kids to another state without my consent, can she?

You may consider filing a petition for dissolution of marriage, which will invoke the requirements of F.S. 61.13001 (relocation statute). Speak...

I got divorced in 2008, but never changed my name back to my maiden name. How can I do that in Florida?

You will need to file a petition for name change in the county where you reside. I believe there are several hoops you have to jump through...

Who is responsible for paying shortfall/arrearage on Alimony payments court ordered that are payroll deducted sent to state?

I agree with Brent's assertion that employer is bound to follow federal statute. Obligor is separately required to maintain compliance with court...

You will want to retain an attorney and discuss the possibility of filing both a petition to upwardly modify child support, as well as a motion for...

What is the easiest/fastest way to legally separate in FL?

To my knowledge, Florida does not recognize a "legal separation". From what you describe, it appears you desire a dissolution of marriage in...

I PAY CHILD SUPPORT, MEDICAL, DENTAL. DAD PUT 17 YO SON IN DRUG REHAB, WITHOUT MY CONSENT, WHAT IS MY FINANCIAL OBLIGATION??

Many times, uncovered medical expenses will be addressed directly in settlement agreements. You should check yours carefully to see if there is a...

How does a hair drug test work? Ex claims sober but has passed urine screenings off and on. Worried about child custody.

Hair follicle drug testing is a powerful tool to discover patterns of drug use going back many months. It is more costly, but gives you MANY more...

How can i prove that my 15 mnth old is being abused by her father, if I've been wrongly charged with making false

I agree with the other comment that you need to gather admissible evidence. Have you considered hiring a P.I.? Have you photographed/documented any...

In need of a lawyer for child custody dispute

This is a complicated UCCJEA jurisdictional question that requires more information. If you are unmarried, then the mother is the presumptive...