If you're a divorced parent in Florida, you know that the post-divorce situation can sometimes be difficult. And that's especially true if your ex-spouse isn't keeping up with their child support payments. After months of frustration over late or non-paid support, you...

Children
Telling Your child about your divorce
Divorce in Florida is always challenging. Explaining it to children is one of the most significant issues. It’s important to remember that while this may be a tough time for you and your partner, it's also a confusing and potentially upsetting time for your children....
The importance of mediation in child custody cases
When parents divorce in Florida, child custody is often one of the most difficult issues to resolve. Besides the emotional toll it takes on the family, custody battles can be lengthy and expensive. Family law mediation is one way to avoid the courtroom and come to an...
When you can’t afford to make child support payments
When the judge in Florida issued your child support order, they took into account your ability to pay it based on your and your spouse's financial circumstance at that time as well as your child's needs. Maybe you've been laid off, or your hours have been cut at work....
Unemployment and child support
It is a fact that Florida courts are serious about parents satisfying any financial obligations associated with raising their children, and especially those ordered to pay child support. Child support obligations come first, and courts can even order payments deducted...
What to consider before seeking a child support modification
Florida law generally requires parents to provide financing support for their children. This is typically true even if an individual's parental rights have been terminated. If you are struggling to remain current on your child support obligation, an existing order may...
Determining paternity for a baby whose mother is younger than 16
In Florida, a mother who was impregnated before her 16th birthday is required by law to assist the authorities if the baby's father was older than 21 when the baby was conceived. The mother will be required to cooperate with any state-ordered paternity testing if she...
Study finds that many people support paid paternity leave
Throughout Florida, many adult couples are excitedly awaiting new arrivals to their families. While this is an exciting time, it can also be difficult for many working fathers. At this time, there is no nationwide paid leave program for new dads. With that said, a...
Why is child support important?
Child support in Florida is paid by a parent to help with the upkeep of a child. A non-custodial parent usually pays the custodial parent to help care for their children. Financial support covers the living expenses agreed upon by both parents in a family court. The...
Determining child support for joint custody agreements
Joint custody is shared legal or physical custody of children when the parents are separated or divorced. If parents decide on joint custody, they will share in the daily care of the children. Child support is a huge part of any custody agreement, and if you're a...