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What does ‘best interests of the child’ mean?

One of the central concepts of a parenting plan is the best interests of the children, which is more than just a feel-good legal standard. This is the standard that makes it possible to decide how to set up everything related to the children. Decisions that are based...

Reasons to modify a custody order 

A child custody order can be changed if circumstances have shifted. In Florida, either parent may request a modification when there has been a substantial, material and unexpected change. Courts will only approve changes if they serve the best interests of the child....

Why self-care is crucial when divorcing a narcissist

If you've been married to a narcissist for any length of time, you are probably used to tamping down your own needs to cater to theirs. Self-care during a divorce is always essential, but maybe even more so if your former spouse exhibits narcissistic behavior. You're...

Why would a divorced couple keep the family home?

Many couples who divorce will sell their home. In some cases, one person will sell their ownership share, and the other person will continue owning the home on their own. But there are also some cases in which couples will continue sharing the house and owning it...

Can a child choose which parent to live with?

Many families in Florida wonder if children can pick which parent to live with after a divorce. While this is a very important question, it does not always have a simple answer.   Like other states, Florida has rules about deciding where children should live when...

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