In Florida, after dependent children reach the age of majority a parent cannot file for child support. If there are grounds for support past the age of majority (a disabled child for example) the request should be filed prior to the child’s 18th birthday. After the child’s 18th birthday the adult child must bring the action for support. See…
Currently the Florida Legislature is considering a total revamp of the alimony laws. The proposed revisions can be found in Senate Bill 668. This Bill establishes a formula and time limits for alimony and is proposed to go into effect October 1, 2016. This is a bill and not yet a law, however you may wish to contact…
Florida law prohibits relocation of children by either parent more than 50 miles from the address on file with the Court at the time of the Final Judgment. Section 61.13001 Florida Statutes. However, the Courts have recently held that even when the move is less than 50 miles, if there will be a change in the schools…
So, what is family law? Family law is the area of legal practice dealing with family relationships such as divorce, paternity, child custody and all the issues that go in hand with those kinds of cases. Family law attorneys also handle prenuptial/postnuptial agreements, stepparent adoptions, and guardianships. For a more in depth look at my practice areas visit my…
Religion is usually not an issue in child custody proceedings, even if the parents practice different religions. For example, if a child has a Christian mother and a Jewish father, a court will not consider the merits of either religion in determining which parent should have custody of the child. The court will grant custody…
