Monthly Archives: June 2025
Understanding The Best Interests Of The Child Standard Under Florida Law
When it comes to child custody matters, Florida judges are required to make decisions that reflect the best interests of the children. This standard is employed in every state across the country. The best interest of the child’s standard is applied in virtually all important legal decisions regarding the life of the child. This… Read More »
What Happens When One Parent Violates A Parenting Plan In Florida?
During divorce, you have to determine issues of child custody. This means deciding which parent the child will live with, which parent has decision-making authority over the child, and a visitation schedule that allows the child access to both parents. Once the court approves a parenting plan, it can be difficult to modify. If… Read More »
How Is Child Custody Decided During A Florida Divorce?
Couples with minor children have to decide matters related to custody, timesharing, parenting time, and child support. Both parents might fight to gain custody of the children. In some cases, nervous parents ask us which parent is more likely to gain custody during a Florida divorce. Many believe that mothers are more likely to… Read More »
How To Prove Parental Abuse, Neglect, Or Alienation In A Family Law Case
The Florida court’s default position is that it’s in the best interest of the child to have both parents in the child’s life. The courts will deviate from this position only when one parent brings allegations of parental abuse, neglect, or alienation. This would include situations involving domestic violence or allegations that one parent… Read More »