Monthly Archives: August 2025
What Is The Best Interests Of The Child Standard In Florida?
When deciding issues related to child custody and timesharing, the courts will employ a standard known as the “best interests of the child.” It used to be that mothers were favored during divorce proceedings because of the “tender years doctrine.” The tender years doctrine was replaced by the best interests of the child standard,… Read More »
How Can A Parent Lose Custody Of Their Child In Florida?
A parent’s right to have custody of their child is among the most fundamentally protected rights under the U.S. Constitution—but it isn’t absolute. The courts will revoke custody if it’s in the best interests of the child. There are two contexts in which a parent’s right to retain custody of their child may be… Read More »
At What Age Can A Child Choose Which Parent They Live With?
Navigating child custody is among the most daunting issues that need to be settled in a divorce. When deciding child custody, the courts take several factors into consideration. One of those factors is the preference of the child, if they’re old enough and mature enough to make a decision. Regardless of the child’s preference,… Read More »
What’s The Difference Between A Simplified And Uncontested Divorce In Florida?
While divorce is often portrayed as a courtroom battle on television and in the movies, most divorces never see a courtroom. In fact, most divorce agreements are hammered out in a conference room with the help of a third-party, unbiased mediator. These are known as uncontested divorces. In addition, you can pursue a simplified… Read More »