DadsDivorce Live: Reforming Florida’s Alimony Laws

For the past couple years, alimony reform has been a controversial topic in Florida.

Can I Appeal A Judge’s Ruling In Divorce?

Question: Can a judge’s ruling in a divorce proceeding be contested or appealed if I feel the ruling is unfair?

Finding Assets Through The Discovery Process

Question: I would like to begin the divorce process, but my wife controls all of our finances. How difficult will it be for the attorneys to find out where all of my money is and where it has been invested?

Do I Have To Pay Half Of My Daughter’s Cell Phone Bill?

Question: My ex-wife and I share custody of our children. Variable expenses are to be paid to each other quarterly. My ex is now asking me to pay half of our 12-year-old daughter’s cell phone bill. I consider this a want, not a need. Am I still required to pay …

What Are My Legal Options When My Wife Has Stolen My ID?

Question: My wife has stolen my ID and I can’t access any of my accounts. Is there any legal action I can take to have her return my ID and bank access?

Can Grandparents File For Custody?

Question: Both my 14- and 7-year-old grandsons have been abused repeatedly by their parents. Do I, as their grandmother who has been their only source of stability, have the right to obtain custody and what is the quickest way to have the youngest boy placed with me?

Why Is It So Hard To Pass Shared Parenting Legislation?

Perhaps the most frustrating aspect of the shared parenting movement is that despite such overwhelming support, progress continues to inch forward in tiny increments. That isn’t to say things aren’t moving in the right direction. Twenty states considered shared parenting laws in 2015. More states are already joining the fold …

Am I Required To Pay For My Child’s Braces?

Question: I recently received a financial agreement from my ex-wife and my daughter’s dentist that says I have to pay half of the expense for our daughter to have braces. This is the first time I have heard of the braces and I don’t think they are necessary. Can the …

How Much Does It Cost To Appeal A Child Support Ruling?

Question: How much would it cost to appeal a bad child support ruling if the judge destroyed all the court reporter notes?

Am I Entitled To Spousal Support?

Question How do I know if I am entitled to spousal support?