A child being removed by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) does not always mean a parent will permanently lose custody. Florida’s dependency system focuses on protecting children while also working toward reunification when it is safe and possible....
Month: July 2026
Who gets the dog in a Florida divorce?
Nothing can turn an otherwise-amicable divorce into a battlefield like a fight over the family pet. Given that more than 42% of households in this country have one or more dogs (and more than 32% have cats), this can be a common concern. While people often think of...
3 myths about Florida paternity law
Unmarried fathers often face immense stress when they want to maintain a constant role in the lives of their children. You may feel deep frustration if you encounter resistance from a co-parent. It is vital to realize that Florida family law protects your parental...
When can you get an emergency custody order in Florida?
A parent’s natural instinct is to protect their child from danger – and that includes dangers presented by their other parent. Whether your concern involves a co-parent’s substance abuse, fear that they may abduct the child and remove them from the state or worries...

