Monthly Archives: April 2026
Pleading Requirements And Contested Child Support In Florida
One common issue in Florida family law proceedings is disputes over child support, particularly in paternity cases where there have been no prior determinations of financial responsibility. Though trial courts have broad discretion in determining how to calculate child support awards, there is a limit to this discretion. In one Florida case, the Fifth… Read More »
International Relocation And The Best Interests Standard In Child Relocation Cases
Child relocation is a very intricate issue in Florida family law. When a parent wants to relocate a long distance away from their current residence, the court is faced with the task of balancing the parent’s grounds for moving and the child’s right to a stable environment and a relationship with the other parent…. Read More »
Deference To Trial Courts In Contested Custody Cases
Child custody cases are usually very emotional. The Florida courts are tasked with determining what the child’s best interests are. In many cases, a decision made by the trial courts is upheld on appeal. That’s because trial courts are granted broad discretion to make decisions based on their evaluation of the witnesses and their… Read More »
When Courts Must Consider The Child’s Best Interests Before Ordering Paternity Testing
Paternity disputes become complicated when the child already has a father figure in their life, and another man comes forward asserting that they are the biological father of the child. The Florida courts need to carefully weigh the interests of the biological father, the legal father, and most importantly, the child. In this article,… Read More »
