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How Does The Court Decide Who Gets The Children?
At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical custody. Usually, both parents are … more
What Happens To Custody When One Parent Needs To Relocate?
Should a parent need to relocate, the court will continue to use the “best interests” standard in determining where the child will go. There are federal laws that prohibit a … more
Can Grandparents Have Visitation With Their Grandchildren If Their Son Or Daughter Is Divorced From The Other Parent?
If a custodial parent does not allow grandparents visitation with their grandchildren the grandparents will need a court order. Before allowing a non-parental visitation order the … more

The Legal Aspects of Getting Separated
Many people view legal separation as a step toward a divorce and, while it may be that, it is also an important legal process in its own right. Therefore, it is important for couples to understand their rights and the legal effects of their separation. Issues that Can be Addressed in a Legal Separation A married couple may decide to separate or live apart at any time without permission of … more
Mom, Dad, Steve and Amy: How much visitation can little Johnny take?
A divorce is always contentious when a couple has to split property they acquired together. It becomes even more contentious when children are involved. When children are involved in a divorce and the parents cannot come to a decision, the court must decide what is in the best interests of the child. The courts decision about what is best comes in a custody and visitation … more

Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) Affidavit
This form should be used in any case involving custody of or visitation with any minor child(ren). This affidavit is required even if the custody … more
Supplemental Petition to Modify Custody or Visitation and Other Relief
This form should be used when you are asking the court to change current court-ordered child custody or visitation arrangements. (FORM 12.905(a)
Supplemental Petition for Temp Modifcation/Amendment of Custody for Child of Parent in Miliarly Service
This form should be used when a parent seeks a temporary modification of custody because the custodial parent is activated, deployed, or … more
Verified Motion for Temporary Injunction to Prevent Removal of Minor Child(ren) and/or Denial of Passport Services
You should use this form if you want the court to enter an order that your minor child(ren) is (are) not to be removed from the State of Florida … more