If a guardian ad litem, also known as a GAL, is involved in a family law matter it is helpful for the parties to understand the GAL’s role. In Florida, a GAL must be at least 21 years old and must complete an application which includes photo identification, a...
Child Custody
Understanding the basics about child custody
When Florida couples with minor children decide to get divorced, child custody is oftentimes the most important – and most contentious – issue in the legal proceedings. Nothing can rile up the emotions faster than disputes over how a child will spend time, and who...
Factors used to determine child custody in Florida
There are many parents in the Fort Lauderdale area who are no longer with their child’s other birth parent. In situations where parents had a tumultuous breakup putting the past aside and focusing on the best interests of their child can be difficult. When parents are...
Mask mandates could impact child custody in Florida
Divorcing or ending a relationship with children can be messy. It can take much time and effort to establish a child custody plan, and once in place, it is often difficult to alter or modify a current order in Florida without proof of a substantial change in...
How is child custody determined in Florida?
This blog recently discussed the understandable concerns many parents facing child custody are likely to have. For that reason, it can be helpful for divorcing parents to understand child custody factors and how they are used to determine child custody and child...
Understanding the child custody procedure in Florida
If you are in the process of going through a divorce as a parent in Florida, one of the most important issues for you is keeping custody of your children. The thought of not spending a significant amount of quality time with your children is likely to create a lot of...
Fighting for custody as a Florida father
As a father, you may feel that you have a disadvantage when it comes to getting custody of your child. You may find it difficult to show that you and the child have a strong bond that should be maintained, especially if you did not have the chance to spend time with...
Moving with children after divorce
The need for a fresh start is something that often weighs deeply on people who have gone through a divorce. For some, this means moving to a new place and starting over. Unfortunately, not all divorced people will be able to do this. Divorce parents who have children...
Challenges of divorcing with a tween child
The tween years are difficult on kids, and the parents often feel the strain too. At this age, the children need the adults in their life but they will push back against them. They still need the structure but they are ready to start venturing out on their own too....
Make the transition during your divorce easy on the children
Helping a child to adjust to the news of your divorce can be a challenge. If you have more than one child, you may find that what works for one doesn't really help another. It's imperative that you do what you can to make the transition as easy as possible for them....
