When your ex ignores a court order, it hurts more than legal paperwork. It disrupts your life, children's schedules, and peace of mind. The good news is Florida law gives you explicit options to fix these problems. What counts as a court order violation? Before you...
Finding love after divorce brings new hope and happiness, not just for you but for your children, too. A new marriage can mean more love and support for your kids as your family grows. But what happens to your current custody schedule and support payments when you or...
The steps necessary to expedite a divorce can vary based on where you live and your circumstances. Sometimes, you may feel compelled to pack up and move somewhere else, but the situation can be trickier if it involves children. In Florida, some laws might take effect...
Divorcing in Florida when one has minor children can come with many concerns about how best to share parenting responsibilities in a way that minimizes the stress on the kids. Sharing custody and splitting parenting time is not always easy and moving back and forth...
Divorce can cause many emotions for the entire family, but often, the children are the most affected. When parents divorce, children may feel unsure about their future with all the inevitable life changes that happen. Moving to a new home, going back and forth from...
One of the most important factors for divorcing parents is to ensure they allow their kids to have as much stability and security as possible. There is no single perfect way to accomplish this goal, but one helpful step is to understand custody terms and what they...
Divorced parents in Florida often choose to co-parent their children. The arrangement requires divorced parents to work together to raise their children. This eliminates having one parent act as the primary caregiver. Parents often find this challenging, but the goal...
Custody agreements can be thought of as the parenting manual for divorced parents. However, if it is vague, instead of easing the tension between parents, it can contribute to more conflict and confusion. Flolrida parents, however, can craft a detailed custody...
Many Florida residents struggle with substance abuse problems. Those who are parents might find their lives turned upside down if the other parent deems them a danger to their child. Parents with alcohol or drug issues can find their custody impacted. How the court...
Florida parents who are no longer together have certain rights when it comes to their minor children. If one party is a non-custodial parent, they often get visitation rights. How visitation is determined When one parent is given physical and legal custody of the...