Florida fathers play an important role in the lives of their children. This is the case regardless of if they are married or not. However, from a legal standpoint, fathers have unique rights depending on whether they are wed to their child’s mother. In Florida, the...
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Is a paternity test accurate?
A former partner comes to you and gives you a surprise: They have a child and they claim that it is yours. They want you to pay child support. You didn’t even know they had a child, so you’re naturally a bit wary. Yes, the two of you were together in the past, but...
What rights do you gain after establishing paternity in Florida?
More dads than ever want to play a meaningful role in the care and upbringing of their children. When married to the mother at the time of birth, dads are presumed to be the father and automatically acquire parental rights. Unfortunately, establishing and protecting...
What should you include in your Florida parenting plan?
A parenting plan or time-sharing plan is a crucial document for divorcing or separating parents in Florida. The details included in a parenting plan establish the rights and obligations of each parent to the children and to each other. Parents can potentially have the...