All sorts of allegations can fly when you’re in the middle of a child custody dispute. The other parent might lob personal attacks against you to try to destroy your character, and they might make outlandish accusations that you’ve manipulated your child to try to...
Child Custody
How to address non-compliance with a custody order
A court order on child custody and visitation is binding. You’d think, then, that your child’s other parent would adhere to its terms. If you’re reading this, though, then it’s clear that the other parent has no qualms with disobeying the court’s order to your and...
Tips for communication in child custody
Child custody situations can be difficult to handle because you have to deal with your ex. One of the most important things for you and your ex to remember is that your children will be watching how you interact with each other. A major part of what they may...
Does the mother always get primary custody?
Florida fathers often assume that a custody court will favor a mother in a child custody dispute. This may cause them to avoid fighting for more custody time, sometimes called parenting time, or avoid filing for custody altogether. Although in the past courts were...
How can you defend against a child custody modification request?
If your child’s other parent has filed a motion to modify custody, then you’re probably worried about how the outcome of that motion will impact your ability to spend time with your child and maintain a strong relationship with them. Although the accusations made in...
What are the right steps if I need to move with my child?
Many people in the Fort Meyers and Naples area move to another part of Florida or even out of state every year for lots of reasons. Even when these reasons are good, a parent who is subject to an order regarding custody or time-sharing will have to follow certain...
Establishing paternity in Florida
Establishing paternity means a legal acknowledgment of the father of a child. When paternity is established, the father has all the legal rights and responsibilities that come along with being a father. When the biological father of a child is not obvious, there are...
5 ways to address flight risks in a divorce
The divorce process typically involves various steps that deal with multiple aspects of the household, including the assets owned together by the couple and matters concerning their children. Sometimes, these discussions can be straightforward, with both parties being...
Where to look for evidence in your child custody case
When you’re in the middle of a custody battle fighting to protect your child and their best interests, it can be hard to figure out the best way to develop your legal arguments. Your judgment might be clouded by your anger towards the other parent, and you may...
What are my chances of getting sole legal custody?
The custody process in Florida involves making decisions on both legal and physical custody. Many parents are concerned with physical custody, which is who the child lives with and when, but legal custody is also an important consideration. Legal custody is the power...