What Is the Good Dad Act?
There’s a common misconception that mothers are naturally “better” at raising children. But the truth is, good parenting isn’t about gender—it’s about love, commitment, and showing up for your child every day. Across Florida, many fathers are stepping up to be present and actively involved in their children’s lives. Unfortunately, the law hasn’t always made […]
What Is a 50/50 Custody Schedule (& How Does It Work)?
When you’re going through a divorce, one of the most important questions on your mind is probably how much time you’ll get to spend with your kids. We get it—your relationship with your children is everything, and staying connected means the world to you. That’s where a 50/50 custody schedule or visitation schedule (what we […]
What Is a 2-2-3 Custody Schedule & How Does It Work?
We know how much you want to stay connected with your children, even when life changes. Divorce can feel like it’s pulling everything apart, but finding the right parenting schedule can make a world of difference. In Florida, custody rights focus on parental responsibility, with the default being shared parental responsibility. This means both parents […]
10 Tips For Co Parenting After Divorce
Parents often fear what child custody will look like after a separation or divorce—and with good reason! Even if you and your spouse have made the wise choice to divorce with respect and cooperation, the very structure of your daily lives (and the lives of your children) is certain to change. Change can be inconvenient […]
How To Minimize The Effects Of Divorce On Children
Many couples choose to stay together “for the kids,” but in reality, a toxic marriage can be far more harmful than a healthy divorce. Even if divorce is the best option for you, you may be hesitant about the negative effects of divorce on your children. After all, divorce can qualify as an Adverse Childhood […]
OurFamilyWizard vs. TalkingParents: Comparing Communication Tools for Parents
Co-parenting doesn’t have to be this hard! Let’s look closer at OurFamilyWizard vs Talking Parents to see which app is right for you. It’s normal for parents to be concerned about the impact of a divorce on their children’s mental health. But according to psychologists, it isn’t divorce per se that affects kids’ self-esteem, […]
What Do I Need to Know about Enforcement?
Sometimes people don’t do what they’re supposed to. You have a court order and someone is not doing what they are supposed to do and you need help. This type of situation happens in all aspects of family law from custody, to splitting up your stuff, to spousal support, and child support. CUSTODY PROBLEMS […]
What Do I Need to Know about Getting Custody in a Divorce in Orlando Florida?
Child custody is the most emotionally charged issue in divorce. When parents give up the power to make the most intimate decisions about their family to a court judge, it is likely that one or both parents will be dissatisfied with the decision. Parents generally live better with a decision that is their own, rather […]
How Does Child Custody Work?
Most people with children thinking about divorce ask how does child custody work. As an Orlando child custody lawyer, many of my clients fear that their child might be taken away in a divorce. Some are adamant that their spouse should not have any time with the children for a wide variety of reasons. How do […]
