Garnishing wages for child support in Florida is one of the most powerful enforcement mechanisms available to Florida family courts. When a parent fails to pay child support as ordered, Florida law permits courts to order income withholding directly from the obligor’s wages to ensure...
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...
College education expenses after divorce in Florida are often a source of confusion for parents navigating the family law system. Many divorcing parents assume that courts can require both parents to contribute to a child’s college tuition in the same way courts order child support....
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...
Child support unemployed parent Florida is a common legal issue in family law cases throughout Miami and the State of Florida. Many parents believe that if they lose their job or simply stop working, they will no longer be required to pay child support. Florida...
Increase Child Support Florida: When Modification Is Allowed Parents frequently ask when they can legally seek an increase child support Florida courts previously ordered. Under Florida law, child support obligations are not permanently fixed. A court retains continuing jurisdiction to modify child support when circumstances materially...
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...
Financial affidavits in Florida divorce cases are generally mandatory under Florida Family Law Rule of Procedure 12.285. In most dissolution of marriage proceedings in Florida, both parties must file sworn financial affidavits that disclose income, expenses, assets, and liabilities. These affidavits are central to the...
Net Income for Child Support in Florida is the foundational calculation that determines how much a parent will pay or receive under Florida’s statutory child support guidelines. In Miami-Dade County and throughout the State of Florida, courts must strictly apply section 61.30, Florida Statutes, to...