Parents in Florida divorce and paternity cases decide if they will share parental responsibility and decision making for their child. Therefore, they must agree to a “Parenting Plan” or have a judge decide on a plan. In collaborative practice, parents…
This post summarizes Florida mental health informed consent rules for mental health providers. Florida parents who divorce typically share parental responsibility. When they do, either may consent to mental health treatment for a child. Each parent remains their child’s natural…
What does custody of children by an extended family member look like in Florida? An “extended family member” may ask the court for “temporary” or “concurrent” custody of a child. Custody of a child is “temporary” if the award excludes…