Author: Anna Fernandez, Esq-Legal Lotus
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When to ask for exclusive use of the marital home:
Under no circumstances should a spouse stay in an abusive relationship and/or home. There is no good reason to stay…especially if you have kids! Don’t let money be the reason that keeps you in an abusive home or relationship. If you are a victim of domestic violence, you can request the court for exclusive use…
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Are noncompete agreements valid in Florida?
In Florida, noncompete agreements are valid so long as such contracts are reasonable in time, area, and line of business. Find out what you need to do to enforce or contest a noncompete agreement:
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When is a UCCJEA Affidavit required?
The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) is a federal act that has been adopted by almost every state. Every case in Florida involving minor children requires the filing of a UCCJEA Affidavit. Find out why and what needs to be included:
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When can a Court impute income?
What if the other parent is purposely making less to lower or avoid support payments? Courts may impute income if you prove your case. Here’s how:
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Navigating the Legal Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
Once you initiate an action against someone, whether it’s a family or civil case, you must notify the other party that they are being sued. The process of formally notifying someone that an action has been initiated against them is known as “service of process”.
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Modification in child support during the Coronavirus pandemic:
Florida courts have found that the loss of a job or changes in the parties’ income may qualify as a substantial change in circumstances to warrant a modification in child support, provided that the change is permanent in nature. But what if you lose your job due to layoffs and business closures resulting from the…
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What are mandatory disclosures in Family Law cases?
Florida law requires divorcing parties to submit certain financial documents. This process is called mandatory disclosures. Find out what documents you’re required to provide to the other party:
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Can I claim my child on my taxes?
In Florida, tax dependency designation between parents who are separated or divorced is commonly designated by agreement. However, Courts must require that exemption be conditioned upon payor being current in his or her support obligations.
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Living Together While Divorcing: Is It a Common Situation?
With reasons ranging from “neither of us can afford to move out” to “neither of us wants to lose the […]
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Do I need consent to travel abroad with my minor child?
Do you need consent from the other parent if you want to travel outside of Florida with the minor child(ren)?