R. Kelly had a community of people who not only helped him, but they protected him. These people worked for R. Kelly and enabled him by not contacting the police, assisting Kelly in his exploits and g...
In Florida Does a Marriage Have to Be Consummated for It to Be Legally Valid?
An annulment is a declaration made by the Court that what was previous thought of as a valid marriage, was not a marriage at all. This legal instrument puts both parties back in the legal status prior...
What Happens If A Parent Does Not Pay Court Ordered Child Support?
Child Support is one of the most common and most enforced areas of family law. Isn Dissolutions of Marriage with minor children or paternity action, one of the most important decisions that is made is...
Can I Adopt My Step Child?
Adoption is an amazing opportunity to bring a child or children into a loving family. Florida law allows stepparents to adopt their step children in certain circumstances. Florida Statute 63.042 sets ...
LISTEN TO PODCAST: Getting Perspective with Compassionate Care Attorney Antonio Martin
Our Owner, Antonio Martin was invited to share his perspective with Amy Irvine. Take a listen! In this episode I speak with a lawyer that I have dubbed “The Compassionate Care Attorney”, Antonio M...
Play by the rules…
“My Grandmother instilled in me that in order to play a game, you have to know the rules andlaw and legality are the rules in which we play life and society.” Please follow and like us:...
Why Don’t Fathers Who are Unwed Have Automatic Legal Rights?
One of the greatest and most amazing feelings in the world is becoming a parent. Fathers can be the pinnacles of their children’s lives and one of the most influential people that a child will ever ...
What is the Difference Between Pre-nuptial and Post-nuptial Agreements?
Love and marriage are a beautiful thing and it takes much preparation to start a new endeavor. One of the things that couples consider when taking that next step in life is whether or not they want to...
Do Parents Have to Give Testimonies in a Custody Hearing?
A custody battle is a heart-wrenching and stressful process that can take a toll on any parent mentally and physically. When entering any custody hearing the main focus of the court is, what will be i...
How Can I Be Found in Contempt of Court?
In family law, civil contempt is one way a court enforces alimony, child support, custody, and visitation orders that have been violated. Contempt of court refers generally to anyone who willful disob...