Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

How long has it been since the child resided in Florida? How long had the child resided in Florida?

If the issue belongs in Florida, a Petition To Establish Paternity And For Other Related Relief would need to be pursued.

Basically, in Florida, the Mother has all the rights until a Court establishes paternity and custody. However, if she frustrates your relationship with the child, the Court may hold that against her. Once the issue gets before the Court, there is not supposed to be a preference for either parent.

If you opt to proceed without the assistance of counsel, be aware that you will not be entitled to a �do over� if things go badly.

The above information is provided without any consideration/payment having been received, and without full knowledge of all of the facts.

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If your situation falls within the Greater Tampa Bay area, I would be happy to schedule you for a no obligation half hour office consultation. The main office is in Dunedin, with a satellite location in Tampa.

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Good Luck, Elliot Goldstein

Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein, P.A.

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