In 2013, there were more than 13 million parents across the entire nation who had custody of a child while the child's other parent lived somewhere else, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Moreover, these parents received a combined total of over $22 billion in...
Fathers’ Rights
Taking a look at in-kind child support
When it comes to child support, providing a child with the financial security that they depend on is very important. However, for every noncustodial parent who owes child support, it is also vital to understand their rights, make sure that their child support order is...
Taking a closer look at child support modification
According to the United States Census Bureau, over 5,690,000 custodial parents were owed child support payments over the course of 2013. In Lee County, and communities across the state of Florida, some parents are unable to pay child support. While some struggle to...
Child Support Enforcement in Florida
From paternity actions to visitation, fathers may encounter a variety of challenges involving their children. For some, child support is particularly complicated and an inability to fulfill their obligations could carry serious ramifications. In Lee County, and other...
Can I have my child support order modified?
In Florida, you are able to ask for your child support order to be modified, according to the Administration for Children and Families. If you are a father who lives in Lee County, or any other part of the state, it is important to familiarize yourself with the child...
Reviewing statistics on fatherhood
In 2013, there were more than 70 million fathers across the country, according to estimates published by the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse. Among these fathers, two million were single fathers and over 24 million were married and had a child who...
Unmarried fathers and paternity establishment
For unmarried fathers, there are a number of reasons why paternity establishment is essential. For example, biological fathers in Lee County and throughout the state of Florida will not have certain rights until paternity is established. As a result, it is critical...
Why should I establish paternity?
Establishing paternity provides fathers, mothers and children with a number of benefits. If you live in Lee County, or anywhere else in the state of Florida, it is important to understand the advantages of paternity establishment. Whether you sign an Acknowledgement...
How do I establish paternity through DNA testing?
If you are a father who wishes to establish paternity through DNA testing, it is important to understand how the process works. According to the Florida Department of Revenue, DNA tests do not require the use of needles or blood. Instead, DNA tests (also known as...
Senate approves bill favoring presumption of equal parenting time
One of the biggest fears many Florida fathers have when they get divorced is what will happen to their relationship with their children. It is not unusual for people to assume that a mother will typically be awarded primary custody while a father receives visitation...