PARENTAL RIGHTS & TIME-SHARE

Time-share (child custody) and child support battles can be difficult legal cases for divorcing parents and their children. These cases add even more stress to a family that is figuring out life after a divorce. The Law & Mediation Offices of Minervino Rodriguez, Jr., is a Miami Family Law Lawyer which has represented and helped parents overcome the hurdles of time-share and parental rights disputes for themselves and their child(red). 

In Florida, the term “custody” has been changed to time-sharing and parental responsibility. Under Florida law, parental obligations are divided into the physical care/ time-sharing with the child(ren) and parental responsibility. Time-sharing is the physical time and care provided by a parent to their child(ren). Parental responsibility is the legal responsibility of one or both parents over the child(ren). In Florida, there is shared parental responsibility which provides both parents the right to make decisions and come to a mutual agreement on key decisions that would affect the child(ren).

Also in Florida, generally all fit and responsible parents have equal rights to their children. The best interest of the child is the primary consideration by the court regarding the parenting plan and time-sharing schedule for the child(ren). The court weighs many factors when determining time-sharing, including:

• A parent's ability to give love, financial support and a stable home 
• A child's home and school history 
• A parent's involvement in their child's life and extracurricular activities 
• The ability for parents to work together to raise their child 
• Many other factors are also taken into consideration

Parents who can work together may be able to agree on a time-sharing / parenting plan agreement outside of the courtroom. A family court judge must still approve this agreement. Since 2000, Attorney Minervino Rodriguez, Jr., has been a successful Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator.  He can represent you in negotiating and preparing a parenting plan in the best interest of you and your family, sparing you the stress, frustration and litigation costs. 

However, If you find yourself in a position where you must defend yourself, your children and your parental rights there’s no better attorney to have at your side than Minervino Rodriguez, Jr. He will provide responsible, aggressive, and expert legal representation with the goal of ensuring that your rights and your children’s rights are protected whether by settlement negotiations, mediation or, if necessary, by litigation.  Call 305-461-5667 to schedule a consultation with an experienced Miami Family Law Lawyer and understand your legal options.  Se Habla Español. Offices located in Coral Gables, Florida.

Fathers who are not listed on their child's birth certificate can be denied rights to their child because they are not legally recognized. Paternity rights should be established for a child born outside of a marriage.  In Florida, both Fathers and Mothers can file a paternity action to legally establish paternity, parenting plan/time-share, and child support. The Law & Mediation Offices of Minervino Rodriguez, Jr., has successfully represented both fathers and mothers determining legal paternity protecting the rights and responsibilities of the parent and establishing child support payments.

Resolution of paternity, time-share and parental responsibility including child support can be established outside of the court if the mother and father are in agreement concerning paternity.  Since 2000, Attorney Minervino Rodriguez, Jr., has been a successful Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator.  He can assist you with his expertise as a mediator to advocate and negotiate your paternity issues, sparing you the stress, frustration and litigation costs. 

The Law & Mediation Offices of Minervino Rodriguez, Jr., has proven success record with complex paternity actions involving professional athletes and other high-income individuals. Call 305-461-5667 to schedule a consultation with an experienced Miami Paternity Lawyer and understand your legal options. Se Habla Español.

There are many reasons why one parent may decide or be forced to relocate to a different city, state or out of the country.  Some common reasons are economic hardship,  employment  opportunities, etc. In Florida, the laws that govern child relocation are extremely complex. If you are considering relocating with your child or if the other parent is trying to relocate, the Law & Mediation Offices of Minervino Rodriguez, Jr., can provide you the expert legal representation, advise and guidance required in this complex matter.

Attorney Minervino Rodriguez, Jr., is a SuperLawyers and 25 years AV Preeminent Rated Miami family law lawyer and a well respected legal advocate who has an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of complex family law issues. He can provide you with a thorough evaluation of your current circumstances, explain Florida Relocation laws to you in clear and straightforward terms, and provide you with your legal options and strategies for moving forward with your relocation matter. Call 305-461-5667 to schedule a consultation with an experienced Miami Relocation Lawyer and understand your legal options. Se Habla Español.

It is important to our legal team that your rights and best interests are always upheld.  We do so by staying in close communication with our clients, addressing concerns as they arise, and going the extra miles in, and out of, the courtroom. You will have the peace of mind knowing that Attorney Rodriguez is well prepared for every aspect of your case. 

For over 40 years, Attorney Rodriguez has protected the rights of clients and their children throughout Miami Dade, Broward and the surrounding South Florida areas. He has earned the respect throughout the legal and business community for his impeccable ethical standards, expert legal representation and excellent results.  Schedule a consultation with an experienced Miami Family Law Lawyer and understand your legal options by calling 305-461-5667.  Se Habla Español. Offices located in Coral Gables, Florida.