Articles Posted in Relocation

Introduction Dividing assets is one of the most important aspects of a divorce, but just as important is the division of debt. Many couples accumulate shared financial obligations during their marriage, such as mortgages, credit card debt, car loans, and medical bills. In Florida, courts apply the principle of equitable distribution to both assets and…

Introduction Family law disputes can be stressful and emotionally charged, especially when they involve divorce, child custody, or property division. To help resolve these issues without the need for a lengthy court battle, Florida courts often require mediation before a case goes to trial. Mediation allows both parties to negotiate an agreement with the help…

Introduction Establishing paternity is an essential step for determining legal rights and responsibilities when parents are not married. In Florida, paternity affects issues such as child support, custody, and a father’s right to participate in their child’s life. Without legal paternity, a father may have no enforceable rights, and a child may miss out on…

Introduction Divorce can be a difficult and emotionally charged process, and in some cases, one spouse’s misconduct may play a role in the outcome. While Florida is a no-fault divorce state—meaning that a spouse does not need to prove wrongdoing to obtain a divorce—certain types of marital misconduct can still affect issues like alimony, child…

Introduction When a parent with shared custody or time-sharing rights wishes to move a significant distance away, it can impact the child’s relationship with the other parent and disrupt existing custody arrangements. Florida law has strict rules governing parental relocation to ensure that any move is in the best interests of the child. This guide…

Under Florida law, when a child is subject to a Florida Court’s “child custody” jurisdiction (either because of a dissolution of marriage case or because of a paternity case), the child’s parents are not allowed to move their residence more than 50 miles unless they obtain either (1) written consent of the other parent, or…