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by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Sep 12, 2016 | child custody
An increasing number of children in Florida are born outside of marriage. In many cases, the fathers do not go through the legal process of establishing paternity. This can have unintended consequences. While unmarried mothers automatically have parental rights for...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Sep 7, 2016 | child custody
A parent's worst nightmare is the loss of a child, particularly when kidnapping is to blame. Not knowing where a child is or if he or she is safe is a horrible feeling that no parent should have to go through. That's why so many courts listen to parents who fear that...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Aug 15, 2016 | child custody
When you're getting a divorce, a parenting plan is necessary whenever a child is involved. It doesn't matter if time-sharing is in dispute or not; this is something the court requires. Both parents must develop and present the plan to the court. The court must then...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jul 28, 2016 | child custody
When it comes to matters of child custody, you never want to look over the most important details. This is something you have to focus on right away, as it will impact both you and your child. Fortunately, there are times when you don't have to meet in court in order...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jul 14, 2016 | child custody
While a child custody and visitation order is not written in stone, changing it is not necessarily easy. Florida courts will change these orders only if you have a "substantial, material, and unanticipated change in circumstances" and the change is the best interests...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Jun 7, 2016 | child custody
Do you owe child support or alimony? Do you receive this type of payment on a monthly basis? Regardless of what side you are on, it's important to understand your rights. At some point, you may have questions pertaining to child support and/or alimony modification....
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | May 24, 2016 | child custody
Once a child custody agreement is in place, both parents should follow the plan down to every last detail. While this is not always possible, any deviation should be discussed with the other parent to ensure that he or she is okay with it. Unfortunately, there are...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | May 23, 2016 | child custody
Resolving child custody disputes in divorce is a difficult process for any parent. It has been especially complicated for same-sex couples who have children. With the recognition of same-sex marriage in Florida, same-sex couples have the same access to Florida courts...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Apr 27, 2016 | child custody
If you go through a divorce, if you have at least one child with your former spouse, you know that questions of child custody could move to the forefront. In a perfect world, you and the other parent will be able to work out a child custody and parenting agreement...
by Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq | Apr 14, 2016 | child custody
When it comes time for the court to decide who will have custody of a child, there are many factors that come into play. As a parent, here is what you need to remember: The court is going to do what is in the best interest of your child. Although it may not be...
