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 MoreUnderstanding the Hague Convention on Child Abduction
Introduction In today’s increasingly interconnected world, the complexities of international relationships and marriages are more prevalent than ever. This, unfortunately, has given rise to a significant issue – international child abduction. To address this, the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, a multilateral treaty, was established. This blog post aims to 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 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 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
Read MoreWhat is a True “Emergency” in Family Law Cases
Everyone believes their motion deserves the immediate attention and resolution by the Court. Many self represented litigants and inexperienced attorneys believe that by filing an “Emergency Motion”, even if the issue is not a true emergency, they will receive that immediate attention and resolution. However, filing a Motion as an “Emergency” does not automatically get Read More
Read MoreAre you a Disney Dad?
The role of the divorced father has evolved over the last 20 years. In most modern divorces, both parents share in the responsibilities of parenting the children they share, if not equally then nearly so. Florida modified the language of its divorce-related statutes to reflect the change in philosophy — from custody to time-sharing. The Read More
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