Tag Archives: Boca Raton Child Custody Lawyers
Physical? Legal? Joint? Sole? Child Custody Terminology
Determining child custody can be one of the most contentious parts of the divorce process. And like many other aspects of the divorce process, individuals attempting to navigate the nuances of family law can feel that child custody is a littered minefield of legal jargon that does not seem to relate to the day-to-day… Read More »
Going through a Divorce? Watch Your Social Media Habits
Most people know that typing, sharing, tweeting, and Facebooking can get you in trouble if you are not careful. But for some individuals, 140 characters can cause 140 problems with their divorce, separation, or custody battle. For instance, back in 2012, Mark Byron nearly ended up in jail after a short comment on his… Read More »
Do You Need a Divorce Attorney?
A divorce or separation can have long-lasting effects on your personal life, your family, your career, and your future. An error at any point in the process can derail you. So the decision to go through the process alone and without an attorney advocate is a weighty and risky one. If these factors apply… Read More »
Back to School: When Custody Affects School Activities
With holiday breaks over and children headed back to school, many parents are excited to have some extra time to themselves. However, for families with divorced or separated parents, restarting school in the New Year can be somewhat stressful. An oft-forgotten difficulty when it comes to respecting child custody and time-sharing agreements is how… Read More »
Preparing Your Children for Divorce
When parents divorce, one of the most daunting parts of the process is to help children understand and become accustomed to a new status quo. However, there are some steps you can take to help your children feel more comfortable with an upcoming divorce or separation. Here are some helpful tips on ensuring that… Read More »
Newly Introduced Family Law Reform Requires 50/50 Custody Splits, Other Changes
A new potential Florida law, called SB 250 or “Family Law Reform”, is poised to change the way parenting plans for divorced or separated families operate and are approved by Florida courts. If passed, the law would impose a legal presumption of 50/50 child-time splitting, meaning courts would begin the process of making and… Read More »
What is a Guardian ad Litem?
Many aspects of family law are familiar to the average person. Most people are at least vaguely aware of what is involved in divorce, for instance, or that parents are often required to pay child support for their children. The guardian ad litem, however, abbreviated as GAL, is often an entirely new concept to… Read More »
Special Issues in Same-Sex Divorce
With the Supreme Court’s June 2015 ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, same-sex marriage was legalized throughout the United States. Up until that time, same-sex marriage was not recognized in Florida. While same-sex couples now have an equal right to marry (and, in turn, divorce) in Florida, there are still some special issues with regards… Read More »
What Is Required for the Termination of Parental Rights in Florida?
The termination of parental rights can be an emotionally charged process. It may be undertaken for several reasons, ranging from permitting others to adopt the children, to protecting children from egregious or abusive conditions. There are numerous grounds for the termination of the parental rights in Florida, each with embedded requirements within them. Here… Read More »
A Divorce Timeline: What to Expect
If you are getting ready to go through the divorce process, it may be difficult to know what to expect. The path to divorce can be complicated and stressful, but having a rough idea of what is ahead can help ease your mind. Consider this timeline of the divorce process a helpful road map… Read More »
