Category Archives: Child Support
Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support
Parents are legally obligated to support their minor children, even if they divorce and one parent has sole parenting responsibility. Child support payments typically end on a child’s 18th birthday, but the support might continue if the child is still in high school or if the child has special needs. Florida has specific guidelines… Read More »
Determining the Best Interests of a Child in Florida
In issuing child support orders, approving child custody arrangements, determining a family member’s visitation rights, and making any decisions regarding a child’s welfare, Florida courts must consider what is in the child’s best interests. Note that Florida values a child’s relationship with both parents and encourages parents to share the rights and responsibilities, and… Read More »
