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Is it possible to settle a different federal civil action I filed against my ex with arrears from a state judgment on alimony?
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Answered on March 02, 2016
Generally speaking, you cannot deduct or offset support arrears. You may be able to do so if you and your ex reach an agreement and take the proper...
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In Florida, at what age are overnight visitations allowed? How do we settle a custody agreement for our son now?
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Answered on February 22, 2016
I agree with my colleagues that overnight visits are allowed at any age. But a parent is usually present for those visits. If the father works a...
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I owe my ex child support, he owes me thousands. Can we legally agree to satisfy the judgment he owes me with child support
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Answered on February 22, 2016
Generally, this is not something you can do. The family law statutes require the payment of child support because the state believes this is an...
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What can I and my husband do to get this done and him adopt my daughter, is it considered abandonment when he hasn't seen them?
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Answered on February 22, 2016
Florida law requires that you prove abandonment and it requires very detailed and fact specific proof. It is best that you speak with a family law...
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How can I find out who has custody of my child, and how can I get custody back if it is not me?
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Answered on February 22, 2016
You definitely need to speak with a family law attorney. Most guardianships involving family members cannot simply be terminated and require a...
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How do I go about making this legal?
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Answered on February 22, 2016
If the car is bought and paid for, then its not clear why you need to refinance. It sounds as though you may just need to change the title. I also...
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Will this be sufficient for the judge and do u think they'll sign off?
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Answered on February 18, 2016
No one can give you legal advice in this forum, but, generally, a signed piece of paper is not enough if there is a court ordered child support...
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Can I have his rights terminated so we can proceed with the adoption without his consent? Is this considered abandonment?
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Answered on February 18, 2016
In order to finalize a stepparent adoption, you need to terminate the biological fathers parental rights. It's possible the biological father will...
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Is the petitioner required to provide personal financials in an adoption case, and under what Florida Rule is the requirement?
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Answered on February 17, 2016
There is no respondent in an adoption. Certain parties are required to be given notice. If you are a parent, or legal guardian under a court order,...
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Do i need to notarize my copy of divorce papers before sending them to spouse.
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Answered on February 17, 2016
Its not clear what you mean by an easy dissolution of marriage. If you are using the Florida supreme court forms, some need to be notarized and...