Over the summer months, it may be necessary to make changes to your child custody schedule. In some cases, you may just need to communicate with your coparent about temporary alterations. In other cases, you may need to request an official custody modification from...
When parents divorce, custody decisions can feel like a courtroom question with a deeply personal answer: Where should a child call home — and who gets to help decide? Many people assume custody is strictly an adult matter handled by judges, lawyers and parents. But...
Wealthy families in Florida can face unique challenges when drafting a parenting plan. High-asset divorces require details to ensure children maintain their lifestyle and stay safe. How can a parenting plan reflect the reality of a family? Luxury lifestyles and...
In Florida, child custody and parenting time (now referred to as “time-sharing”) is often viewed in the context of parents navigating who will have custody, when they will see their children, what the schedule will be. However, there are other relatives who will want...
Many relationships in the Fort Meyers area end because a spouse is physically, verbally or emotionally abusive. Abuse can impact families of all shapes, sizes and backgrounds, including those that are doing well financially. In these situations, the priority of the...
Divorce is stressful, and leaving a high-net-worth marriage can feel even more overwhelming for homemakers. Custody decisions are not just about schedules or money. Knowing the key factors courts consider can help you protect your role as an involved parent and make...
Many initial child custody orders are entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties. This means that the parents have talked about the custody arrangement and have agreed to how time with the child will be shared. While this initial custody order can provide a sense...
The allegations that can fly during a child custody dispute can be surprising and upsetting. In some instances, one parent accuses the other of engaging in parental alienation, where manipulation tactics are used to warp the child’s perception of the other parent. The...
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...
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...
