Divorce and Family Law Blog

Are you being denied access to your grandchildren in Florida? Florida law provides grandparents with far fewer rights than other states.  Florida courts prioritize a fit parent’s right to direct their child’s upbringing without third-party interference. This constitutional protection often supersedes the desires of grandparents to maintain a relationship with their grandchildren. In most cases, […]

Fathers in Florida may have a strong chance of receiving 50/50 custody, which Florida law generally calls “equal time-sharing.” A father does not have fewer parental rights simply because he is the father. Courts focus on what arrangement serves the child’s best interests. Florida law has also moved toward supporting meaningful involvement by both parents. […]

Many fathers worry that they are at a disadvantage in child custody cases. While that may have been true years ago, Florida courts do not automatically favor one parent over the other. Instead, judges focus on what arrangement is in the child’s best interests. If you are seeking custody or more parenting time, understanding what […]

When parents separate or divorce, few issues are more important than determining where a child will live, how decisions will be made, and how both parents will remain involved in the child’s life. Child custody disputes can be emotionally challenging, and choosing the right attorney may have a significant impact on both the legal process […]

Parental alienation can be one of the most painful issues a parent faces after a divorce or separation. It happens when one parent attempts to damage or interfere with the relationship between a child and the other parent. Over time, this behavior can create emotional harm for both the child and the targeted parent. While […]

Parental relationships can be complicated, especially after separation or divorce. When one parent takes a child without the other parent’s permission, questions arise: Is it kidnapping? Can a parent legally “kidnap” their own child?  In Florida, the answer depends on the details—particularly your court order and timesharing agreement. Continue reading to learn more. Parental Kidnapping […]

Parental drug use in a child custody case is no small issue. If a parent is having trouble with drug abuse and addiction, this can dramatically affect the outcome of your custody case. Evidence of this typically comes in the form of a drug test. A child custody lawyer in Orlando can help you determine […]

In Florida, court decisions about child custody, referred to as time-sharing, are made with the child’s best interests in mind. Florida courts usually determine time-sharing and parenting matters based on the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act. Ideally, parents should work together to develop a shared parenting plan.  Courts in Florida generally favor shared […]

The court system encourages parents to spend time with their children in divorce and co-parenting situations whenever possible. In every instance, courts want to act in the child’s best interest. However, there are certain circumstances where it’s not in the best interest to stay with a parent — such as in cases of neglect, abuse, […]

When you go through a child custody proceeding in Florida, it is common to have questions about custody laws and the process of a custody case. The best source for answers to your questions is an experienced Orlando child custody lawyer. Therefore, our lawyers have put together this Florida Child Custody Guide and FAQ to […]