When a married mother gives birth to a baby in Florida, her husband is automatically presumed to be the legal father of that baby. That’s an easy path to established paternity. But of course, not all babies are born to married women, and sometimes family situations are more complicated than…
Family law is an umbrella term that encompasses a number of legal issues that affect families, from divorces and child custody matters to wills and estates. You may never be sued in small claims court, file a lawsuit in civil court, or be the defendant in a criminal court case,…
A court motion is an official request to have a concern heard by a judge. In a divorce case, there are two main kinds of motions: pre-trial and post-trial. As their names would imply, a pre-trial motion takes place before a divorce trial or settlement, and a post-trial court motion…
When the time comes to court cases, self-representation in custody trials is important. You need to: Show that you can provide a safe, secure home for your child to visit. Prove that you can financially support yourself and your child if you are looking for joint or sole physical custody….
When you are in the middle of a court case, there might be a lot of legal deadlines to keep track of. You will need to have paperwork in at the correct times. You might have court fees or various payments due on different days. You’ll need to wait for…
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