Children

Life after separation often comes with financial adjustments, and child support can be one of the most important. When payments are consistent, they help to provide stability and predictability for everyone involved. However, when payments stop or fall behind, stress...

A parenting plan established when adults divorce or separate divides parental rights and responsibilities. Typically, each parent has a certain amount of time-sharing. Both parents should make reasonable efforts to abide by the overall breakdown of time-sharing and...

Being named the father of a child comes with serious, often permanent legal obligations. In Florida, once a paternity order enters the record, whether through the courts or by signing paperwork, the law gives you very few opportunities to walk it back. But does final...

Child support orders are designed to reflect the financial needs of a child and the ability of both of their separated, divorced or never-married parents to contribute to those needs. Initial orders for support are crafted based on the court’s understanding of those...

When navigating the emotional landscape of separation or divorce, the well-being of your child is often the top priority. But what happens when your co-parent exhibits narcissistic tendencies?  Co-parenting with someone like this can be mentally challenging and...

Marriage comes with many legal assumptions. For instance, a child born during a marriage may be automatically presumed to be the husband's child. It may seem straightforward, but it is not always that simple in real life.  Sometimes, doubts arise. The mother, the...

Florida's legal system strives to ensure the well-being of children of divorce through well-defined child support guidelines. However, for parents navigating the realities of co-parenting, even a minor problem can cause lasting problems.  Below, we delve into several...

Child support in Florida is legally enforceable by the court system. Here is a step-by-step guide to help Florida parents collect the owed amount. Obtain a court order You must first obtain a court order from the clerk of courts in your county. You can file for an...

Various factors affect your credit score in Florida, including the length of your credit history, payment history, and how much you owe creditors. You may wonder if child support will affect your credit score. Here are a few things you should know. When child support...

Being a father is one of the biggest joys for many Florida men. However, if a man has any doubts about whether he is the father of a child, he has certain rights. These are some of the different options available for establishing paternity. Voluntary acknowledgment...