Motion for contempt filed over a year ago, no hearing set. How can I add more information to the motion?

Mr. Mullaney is correct. You should file an Amended Motion for Contempt, and state any new allegations. While there is no form for an Amended...

Medicaid and Insurance

Since the payment of medical insurance premiums is part of child support, you MAY be able to modify your support if the new child support is $50 or...

Father wants to change visitation days

There are 2 different issues going on. If your court-approved agreement says Tuesdays, and you want to change it to Thursdays, as long as you both...

I rec' by email a petition for modification and a motion for contempt from my ex's lawyer. Are these docs 'served' under the law

The petition needs to be served by the sheriff or duly authorized process server. You then have 20 days to answer from the date of service. The...

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My divorce decree states I can lower alimony when I retire. I did, but then started another job. Can she sue for back alimony?

It's unclear whether your final judgment was self-executing: in other words, whether you had to file to modify the alimony upon retirement, or if...

How do I cancel a child support order in SC from FL?

If the child support recipient or the child was (or is) receiving benefits from the state (Medicaid, food stamps), then you may not have the option...

Do i need a family attorney for my situation?

After you get married, your spouse can file a stepparent adoption. He cannot do it if you are not married. If you were not married to the bio...

Can I get my last name changed back to my maiden name in a divorce case?

If you ask the judge, he or she should be able to accommodate you. You will have a separate area of inquiry, and if you submitted a proposed final...

At what age in Florida law may a child move in with the non-custodial parent?

If your child is 18, under Florida law they are no longer a minor, and are free to live where they want. If they are still in high school, they...

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I pay for all dependent Health Ins. Can I split health Insurance costs if I make more money because she receives death benefits?

Receiving benefits due to death of a parent makes your spouse the payee, but the children are the recipients. This would not be considered income...