Roofing company never cashed check for work done 9/29/06 was misfiled they say, now almost 5 yrs later they send letter wanting

Agree with Alan. However, be aware that there is a statute of limitations on contracts in the state of Florida. 4 years for an oral contract and...

What is required to show proof of values quoted of marital assets by the petitioner

It depends on the asset. You are entitled to see actual documents to support every figure that is stated on a financial affidavit. For instance,...

If a person knowingly claimed no children in a divorce court when there is a child involved, would the divorce be legal?

If it is a minor child then he or she needs to be disclosed to the court. The divorce would still be final and not reversed so a subsequent...

What can I say to a judge to grant me an extension to answer a petition to modify a parenting plan

Agree with Alan. File a motion for extension (or enlargement) of time to file a responsive pleading. Specifically state that you are in the...

I have been going through divorce fo over a year now.my first attorney bailed on me and now it just doesnt seem that my attorney

As a family law attorney, sometimes you seek redress with the court and sometimes you do not - this doesn't mean that you aren't being listened to...

As the petitioner, do I have to appear in court for a contempt hearing?

Yes, absolutely. You need to bring evidence of what has been paid. If it has been going through the court or state disbursement unit so to the...

Is my daughter legally adopted by her stepfather

Good answer Alan. I fully agree. There are instances where the biological parent has never been involved and may freely give up his parental...

Should I report a threat of false child abuse allegation???

Unless I am missing something it just sounds like an angry person spouting off nonsense. Even if DCF came to your home (which given the...

Divorce

I agree with Alan. The Florida Supreme Court has approved certain forms to be used by the public. These are standard forms (free by the way)...

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If someone left the jurisdiction with the child without permission, the courts can issue an emergency pick-up order. How long it stays in effect...