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Contested Custody Case Goes Before Florida Appeals Court
When a Florida custody case goes before a judge, the judge’s duty is to determine what’s in the best interests of the children. This standard governs all decisions that the judge makes with respect to custody disputes, which can get quite ugly. One case involving contested custody issues is Perez v. Perez, 769 So…. Read More »
Florida Court Discusses Contempt In Florida Divorce Case
One of the ways that the court can compel an individual to perform a specific task is by holding them in contempt when they don’t. This is especially true when children are involved. Parents, who may not like each other very much, must coordinate with one another for the sake of their children. If… Read More »
When Is Mediation Better Than Litigation In Florida Divorce Cases?
When a couple decides to divorce, one of the first (and most important) choices they will face is how to resolve the issues that come with ending a marriage. In Florida, two of the most common means of ending a marriage are mediation and litigation. Each process has its own advantages and disadvantages, but… Read More »
Court Discusses Factors Weighed When Awarding Alimony
When deciding to award alimony to one spouse, the Florida courts weigh several factors. These factors can be found under Florida Statutes § 61.08. The court is required to weigh these factors and come to a decision involving whether or not the spouse should receive alimony payments. In the case of Reese v. Reese,… Read More »
How Do Florida Courts Determine Child Custody And Timesharing?
In Florida, when parents separate or divorce, one of the most emotionally charged issues is where the children will live and how much time they will spend with each parent. Florida law no longer uses the terms “custody” or “visitation”. Instead, the courts focus on parental responsibility and time-sharing. The guiding principle is always… Read More »
What Will Happen To My Investment Properties During My Florida Divorce?
This is a complicated question with several nuances. Generally speaking, a determination must be made as to whether or not the investment property is the property of one individual spouse or the marital estate. If the investment property belongs to you individually, then you don’t have to worry about it being split with your… Read More »
What Is An Emergency Family Court Motion In Florida?
Generally speaking, the courts move slowly and in their own time. Some situations, however, require immediate attention. Filing an emergency motion in Tampa helps address urgent matters such as parental rights over children, domestic violence, and disputes over assets. The Tampa, FL, family law attorneys at Faulkner Law Group, PLLC, help clients who need… Read More »
Can The Florida Courts Deviate From The Standard Child Support Guidelines?
Generally speaking, Florida child support payments follow an established formula. The Florida courts use the state’s guidelines to determine how much money one parent will pay to the other to accommodate the child’s needs. In some cases, however, the standard formula might be unfair or impractical for a particular family. In such a case,… Read More »
How Can I Avoid Delays In My Florida Divorce Case?
The truth is: Sometimes you can’t. Unless you’ve filed for a simplified divorce, which not everyone qualifies for, your divorce is likely to take six months or longer. Even when the divorce is uncontested, delays can occur that set you back. Nonetheless, identifying certain factors that cause delays in your Florida divorce case can… Read More »
What’s Included In A Florida Parenting Plan?
If you’re going through a divorce or recently welcomed a baby into the world, then you’re going to need to know something about timesharing and parenting plans. In this article, Tampa, FL, family law attorneys at Faulkner Law Group, PLLC, will discuss the requirements for a timesharing agreement and what important provisions you should… Read More »
