Florida child custody laws underwent significant changes on October 1, 2008. Prior to the change, the Florida child custody system designated one parent as the “primary custodial parent” and the other “secondary custodial parent.” Read the full story

Q:  My husband and I are getting a divorce. I have accepted a job out of state. I need to know, what are my rights as the custodial parent? or if we agree on join custody?

A:  If there is no court order in place, you are not “the custodial parent.” Florida no longer designates a custodial or primary parent. Moreover, if your husband objects to the relocation of the child out of state, you will need to get permission from the court before leaving with the child.

Q: A Mother and Father of Minor Child was never married, but as the Father in the situation I stayed close to my child and help support the child. Read the full story