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Parental responsibility: Parenting evaluation

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Previously, this blog detailed the role of a parenting coordinator in a divorce settlement. However, this isn't the only professional who may be appointed by the court to weigh in on the parenting plan you develop with your former spouse. While a parenting coordinator may be enlisted to assist with the process of drafting and following a parenting plan, the court may have to seek further counsel if the two parties are simply unable to reach a... [...]

Parental responsibility: The role of a parenting coordinator

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In a divorce settlement, developing a parenting plan can be a painstaking process, as both spouses must agree on guidelines that dictate essentially every element of day-to-day child rearing, from band practice pick up to national holidays. If two parties are unable to agree on an satisfactory plan, even with the guidance of their Miami divorce lawyers, a court may appoint a parenting coordinator to assist with this important undertaking. As... [...]

Parent responsibility: Factors that may limit custody rights

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Determining the best way to care for your children following a divorce can be one of the most challenging aspects of the proceedings, particularly if you and your former spouse disagree on the issue. In Florida, the court generally favors that children have “constant and continued contact” with both parents after the dissolution of their marriage. Though the home of one parent may be deemed a child's primary residence, in most instances,... [...]

Parental responsibility: Types of custody

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When filing for divorce, you may be unsure of the best method of dividing parental responsibilities between you and your spouse. Determining the appropriate custody agreement and parenting plan for your child requires an incredible amount of foresight, as the decisions you make now will likely dictate the day-to-day life of your child, as well as their long-term care. One of the first choices to make regarding your children is the appropriate... [...]

Parental responsibility: Establishing a parenting plan

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In a divorce settlement, Florida law dictates that the court will rule on matters such as custodial rights and child support in order to ensure the long-term security and well-being of any children from the union. Previously, this blog covered how the factors that the court reviews to determine a child's best interests. Now, we'll discuss the parenting plan - a document that establishes the specific details of parental responsibility after a... [...]