By Scott Weiss, Esq. | Published May 28, 2026 | Posted in Child Custody, Family Law, Parenting Plans, Paternity, Time Sharing, Visitation | Comments Off on Different Equal Timesharing Schedules in Florida Family Law
Different Equal Timesharing Schedules in Florida Family Law
One of the most common issues parents face during a Florida divorce or paternity case is determining an appropriate timesharing schedule for their children. While many parents seek “50/50 custody,” there is often confusion about what that actually means. In Florida, equal timesharing does not necessarily require one specific schedule. There are numerous ways parents Read More
Read MoreUnderstanding the UCCJEA: Essential Guide for Parents in Multi-State Child Custody Cases
Navigating child custody across state lines can be a stressful and confusing process for parents involved in family law disputes. The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) is a crucial legal tool that helps families avoid interstate custody conflicts. As an experienced family law attorney, I’ve guided many clients through the complexities of Read More
Read MoreSpeaking to Children About Divorce
Divorce is a challenging time for every family member, particularly for children who may not fully understand what is happening. Here’s a guide for parents to navigate this difficult conversation. Understand Their Perspective Firstly, it’s essential to see the situation through your child’s eyes. Children may not have a complete understanding of what divorce means. Read More
Read MoreTen Tips for Divorcing Parents
Divorce can be a difficult process for any family, but it can be especially challenging for parents who are separating. If you are in the process of getting a divorce or are already divorced, here are ten tips to help make the process easier for you and your children. Put your children first. Remember that Read More
Read MoreModifying a Custody Order or a Time-Sharing Agreement
Child custody or time-sharing arrangements that make sense at the moment of divorce can lose their luster over the years. Circumstances may change and unexpected developments can occur. Although small or temporary adjustments to the time-sharing agreement — such as a swap of vacation days — can be agreed upon by the parents without court Read More
Read MoreWhat Factors Does The Court Need to Consider When Establishing or Modifying Time-sharing?
Florida Statute 61.13 sets forth the following factors which a judge must consider for purposes of establishing or modifying parental responsibility and creating, developing, approving, or modifying a parenting plan, including a time-sharing schedule: (a) The demonstrated capacity and disposition of each parent to facilitate and encourage a close and continuing parent-child relationship, to honor the Read More
Read MoreIf a Mother has Sufficient Financial Resources to Raise a Child, Why is it Important to Establish Paternity?
Children need more than just financial support, even when their parents never formed a permanent relationship. Having a medical history of both parents can potentially save the life of a child in an emergency. Many biological fathers have a strong interest in the lives of their children, even if they cannot contribute financially. Florida paternity Read More
Read MoreHow Can I Accurately Calculate Child Support for Special Needs Children in Florida?
Florida divorce law places a primary focus on addressing all the needs of children when determining the details of divorce settlements. Toward that goal, the courts provide excellent tools to help parents identify the financial needs of their children — including considerations involving the need for anything from medical care to special schooling. However, it Read More
Read MoreModification of Timesharing Plan is Inappropriate as Sanction for Contempt
Often the Court is faced with the question of what sanction they should impose on a parent who is found in contempt of court for a violation of a parenting plan. As The Third District Court of Appeal recently found in the case of Andre vs. Abreu, one sanction the Court cannot impose is a modification of Read More
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