Category: Family Law
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Can child support payments be modified?
Yes. Florida law permits a modification in the amount of child support payments, provided that the party requesting for the modification shows that there is a substantial change in circumstances since the date of the order setting the amount.
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Do grandparents have rights to visitation of their grandkids?
In Florida, grandparents have little to no say when it comes to having visitation rights to their grandchildren. However, Florida Statute § 752.011 provides the legal basis in which a grandparent may petition the court for court-ordered visitation with or custody of their grandchild.
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Miami-Dade’s Family Court Services
The Family Court Services Unit has been reducing the level of conflict and providing supportive services to families for over 20 years! This is a free service that is helping our community.
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Florida’s Family Court Self-Help Project
Court actions may seem expensive to some. Luckily, the Miami-Dade County Family Division has developed a Self-Help Program to assist those who are self represented and cannot afford an attorney.
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Adopting in Florida
The adoption process in Florida consists of two steps: 1. The termination of a parent’s rights; and 2. adoption of the Child. Learn more:
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What are Postnuptial Agreements?
Some people believe that if you marry your spouse without a prenuptial agreement, the income and assets acquired during the marriage will always be marital property. That is a misconception. You can designated you and your spouses rights to property, among other things, through a postnuptial agreement.
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Understanding Prenups and Alimony in Florida
Prenups are used to designate rights of couples in case they divorce. Can prenups protect you from having to pay alimony if you divorce? Yes; find out how:
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Navigating Prenuptial Agreements: A Florida Perspective
Explore the complexities of prenuptial agreements in Florida. From rights and obligations to enforceability, we offer comprehensive insights.
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A Comprehensive Guide for Relocating with Your Child
This comprehensive guide provides expert tips and advice for a smooth transition when relocating with your child after divorce.
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What are the custody laws in Florida? How Courts determine a Timesharing Schedule
Child custody is a legal term used to describe the legal and practical relationship between a parent and their child. In Florida, we call this timesharing. Florida law requires a timesharing schedule to be included in the parenting plan that specifies the time, including overnights and holidays, that a minor child will spend with each…