Family Law

The holidays are supposed to be a time for family, celebration and making memories. It can also be stressful, especially for divorced or separated parents. A well-planned holiday parenting schedule can help prevent disagreements about how children should divide their...

A parenting plan may work well at first but become less practical as a child grows, school schedules change or a parent’s circumstances shift. If both parents later agree that a different arrangement would better serve their child, they may jointly seek to modify the...

When parents divorce, they often use the word “custody” to describe both who makes decisions for a child and where the child lives. Florida family law, however, separates these into two concepts: parental responsibility and time-sharing. Understanding the difference...

Florida parents realize that the transition back into the school-year schedule is upon us. The first day for Lake County schools is August 10. For parents who have separated, divorced or just broken up with their kid’s other parent, this can be a time of trepidation...

No, your prenuptial agreement cannot be used to define your child custody rights. This means that you cannot use a prenup to guarantee that you get sole custody, for example, and you also cannot use it to waive your custody rights so that your ex has sole custody. The...

Child exchanges can feel tense, especially when emotions are running high. You may worry about being pulled into an argument with your ex during drop-off or pickup, as this is a common concern among adults who share parenting time. Today, many parents record...

Children may require many forms of medical intervention that are not eligible for full insurance coverage. Some families only have health insurance and not dental or vision insurance coverage. Other families may end up responsible for deductibles, coinsurance, copays...

Child custody decisions can have a lasting impact on both parents and children. During custody proceedings, courts focus on creating an arrangement that supports the child’s safety, emotional well-being and long-term stability. Every family situation is different,...

It is common for coparents to feel anxious when their child is at the other parent’s house. In some cases, this could also cause the child to feel anxious, so it is a good idea to learn how to manage these emotions and concerns. One key step is to work together with...

During a parenting plan case, you will likely encounter the phrase “best interests of the child” many times. This raises an important question: what does it mean to have your child’s best interests in mind? By understanding this concept, you might have an easier time...