Co-parents have to cooperate. Put aside how you feel about your ex. Put aside your own relationship. You still have children together and, if you also have shared custody of those children, you must learn how to co-parent successfully. That means cooperating and...
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Want to claim your child on your taxes? Put it in your divorce judgment
Are you filing for divorce and want to claim one or more of your children on your 2020 taxes? There are conditions that must be met in order for you to legally do so and avoid trouble with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). A problem can arise when separated or...
Why would you revisit a child custody order?
The child custody order that is handed down when you get divorced reflects your current situation, as the court sees it. However, the odds that your situation will stay exactly the same for the child’s entire life are slim. When there are changes, that’s when you may...
Can your child pick which parent gets custody in Florida?
When parents divorce, the family dynamics can get complicated -- even ugly. Depending on the circumstances of your divorce, you may have a child who decides that they don’t want to live with you. They might demand that their other parent get custody. Do they have that...
Think carefully about how your co-parenting and custody should work after a divorce
There are many ways that parents can help to protect their children. For parents who are going through a divorce, one of these is making sure that the child custody agreement reflects what is best for their child. Parents might not always agree on this right at the...
A lawyer’s background can play a big role in Florida child custody matters
You might not know this, but many Florida attorneys have a diverse professional background. While much of this background involves extensive legal training, many lawyers have also acquired other types of education. For example, one of the attorneys in our firm holds a...
If you aren’t married, do you need a paternity test?
You never married your child’s mother, but you know that they’re yours. They look just like you, and you’re satisfied that this is a closed relationship. In your eyes, there is no way that this child isn’t yours. Still, from a legal standpoint, establishing paternity...
The importance of a Florida parenting plan
You no longer love your wife, and she no longer loves you. That much is clear. What is not clear is how getting divorced will affect your children. It all depends on how well you and your spouse can put aside your mutual dislike and put your children's needs first....
What courts look for when determining child custody
During divorce proceedings, child custody is the most important issue for courts. Custody law requires lawmakers to prioritize the wellbeing of the child and place them with the parent best suited to provide that care. Courts consider several factors when making these...