Custody battles can be some of the expensive and drawn-out legal battles that are dealt with in family court. A properly informed client, along with an experienced family law attorney are in the best position to achieve a desirable outcome. Here are ten things you...
Introduction to the Parental Kidnapping Prevention Act Framework The Parental Kidnapping Prevention Act analysis begins with the Parental Kidnapping Prevention Act of 1980, codified at 28 U.S.C. § 1738A, a federal statute enacted to resolve interstate child custody jurisdiction conflicts and to ensure nationwide enforcement of...
Child Custody Basics Cases that concern parents as opposing parties vying for "custody" of their kids present distinct issues for one and all involved. Sentiments frequently run high, particularly if the custody case is being worked out in the midst of a divorce. Florida child custody...
Florida time-sharing factors guide courts when determining parenting plans and custody schedules. In every family law case involving minor children, Florida courts must determine time-sharing based on the “best interests of the child.” This guiding principle is codified in Florida Statute §61.13, which requires judges...
Parental relocation Florida cases arise when a parent seeks to move with a child more than fifty miles from the child’s current residence for at least sixty consecutive days. Relocation disputes frequently occur after divorce or the establishment of a parenting plan because relocation can...
International parental child abduction cases arise in modern family law practice, particularly in global cities such as Miami where families often maintain cross border ties. Hague Convention child pickup and return orders in Florida are legal mechanisms used to address international child abduction and wrongful...
Using OurFamilyWizard or TalkingParents in Florida family law cases has become increasingly common in high conflict parenting disputes. Courts across Florida, including those in Miami-Dade County, often require parents to communicate through structured co-parenting platforms to reduce conflict, preserve evidence, and promote the best interests...
Time-Sharing Agreement Enforcement in Florida is a critical issue for many parents navigating custody disputes after divorce or paternity proceedings. When one parent refuses to comply with an established parenting plan or time-sharing schedule, Florida law provides specific remedies to protect both parental rights and...
When a separation occurs, one of the first things that parents consider is how their children are going to be impacted. Where are the kids going to live, who will they spend their time with and what is going to change for them? Child custody...