What are the grounds for requesting that a child support and visitation modification request be dismissed with the courts ?

Dismissal would need to be for failure to properly plead the burden of proof for a modification, absent a local rule or Order on a Motion you filed...

Do I need an attorney? see below

If your ex-wife wants to seek a modification of your current Order, she would need to file a Supplemental Petition for Modification. The good news...

How can I have custody of my daughter?

You have several legal issues that will need the Court's attention, unless a settlement can be reached. While some of the issues relate to...

What if you are on a 50/50 time share, currently paying child support and the other parent voluntarily quits theirjob in FL.?

If you have a court order outlining the timesharing schedule and child support, just stick with that. It is her burden to request a modification...

Can I file a contempt if child support is not paid?

If paid through Income Deduction Order, on occasion it can take this long to receive your payment. He is, however, accruing an arrearage. Also, you...

Can the father just get visitation if he lives in a different state?

The timesharing (“visitation”) will be addressed through the divorce action. To answer your immediate question, yes, long distance parenting plans...

Any pro bono atorneys for divorce and child custody in Orlando Florida? My daughter is scheduled for court next week and her at

My colleague is correct in that most attorneys do not offer pro bono services. That said, your daughter should probably speak with an attorney...

I agree with my colleagues. You will need to file the appropriate Pleadings and obtain a referral to the General Magistrate as the GM is still...

I agree with Todd. This is likely something that can be handled without the cost of mediation, a missed day at work, etc. The Marital Settlement...

Would you go to jail if you don't pay the full amount for probation but are paying some sort of good faith payments?

I agree with the above. Your friend needs to file a Motion to Modify. While the good faith effort will probably keep your friend from going back to...