Divorce

If she has established legal residency in Tennessee and you have legal residence in Florida (having resided here for at least 6 months prior to...

If the parents consent, then they could assign temporary guardianship to the aunt or grandmother. However, if the parents object to the child...

In Florida, there is no set age when a child can decide which parent they want to live with. Rather, the preference of the child is a factor, among...

Normally, unless a Judge has permitted you to appear by telephone (which typically requires a Motion to be filed and an Order granting the Motion...

My ex girlfriend took our daughter and moved to another state, without me knowing. what can i do to get my daughter back?

You need to file a paternity action to establish your rights legally as the biological father. That would be the first step. However, depending on...

When filing for a divorce,does it matter who is the pettitioner and who is the respondent?

It really doesn't matter, as far as resolution of any issues. However, as Petitioner you have a little bit more control sometimes with pushing the...

Divorce final 6/10. has to change her last name back to maiden name. How long does she have? If she doesn't, is it contempt?

Technically, her name was changed legally as of the entry of the Final Judgment. Therefore, technically, you could possibly file contempt on her if...

What do you do when you let your attny go just before you have to go to a pre trial hearing for a divorce?

Your attorney is technically not out of the case until a Judge signs an order permitting him or her to withdraw. So, if no order has been entered,...

I've been seperated for 5 yrs, how can i make my ex pay for the divorce papers & can my 13 yrs old son decide who gets custody

It is possible that Judge could order him to reimburse you for at least half of the cost of filing the divorce papers; however, you would need to...

Can a legal separation protect a spouse's income from outside child support case?

As a general rule, in Florida, a new spouse's income is not considered in determining a child support obligation for the biological parent of a...