Category Archives: Custody
Does the Child’s Preference Matter in Boca Raton Child Custody Cases?
One of the most contentious and stressful issues in any divorce – for both parents and children – is determining child custody, or time-sharing, as it is called in Florida. For the parents, the thought of not being with their children full-time can sometimes cause them to second guess their decision to divorce. Children… Read More »
Domestic Violence and Child Custody: Is the Abuser Entitled to Custody?
Child custody cases are often contentious affairs, with neither parent wanting to relinquish precious time with their child. But if there is a history of domestic violence between you and your child’s other parent, the desire to be awarded sole custody of your child has more to do with just time – it has… Read More »
When could I, should I, or do I, need to go to Mediation, and what is Mediation, temporary or otherwise anyway?
Mediation is a powerful tool in helping Parties resolve some or all their issues in a Dissolution of Marriage proceeding or otherwise. In Palm Beach County, Florida for example, a party wanting to go before a judge to request any kind of temporary relief, such as for child or spousal support, attorney’s or accounting… Read More »