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Should I Keep The House Or Should My Ex?
There are many emotions involved during a divorce and whether to keep the house or not is no exception. As stressful as it may be,
Divorce Tips – 6 Tips For A Smoother, Quicker Divorce…
Aiming for a successful outcome is probably what anyone undergoing a divorce has in mind. Unfortunately, there are no classes you can take to ensure
What To Do If Your Child Refuses To Let You See Your Grandchildren…
Oftentimes, grandparents play an integral role in their grandchildren’s lives. Whether it be simply spending quality time or actually assisting in raising their grandchildren, grandparents
Why You Should Have a Prepared Last Will and Testament…
There are many cautionary steps that one can make to insure the safety of one’s self and/or family; having an updated and prepared Last Will
5 Circumstances That May Allow You To Change a Support Order In Florida…
An order to pay child support can be changed (or modified) by the court or administrative agency that issued the order if the circumstances of
What is Mandatory Disclosure and do I have to Comply?
Florida Family Law Rule 12.285 requires all parties involved in Florida divorce, paternity, modification and child support cases to comply with Mandatory Disclosure. Mandatory Disclosure can
The Role of a Guardian ad Litem
The Role a Guardian ad Litem in Broward County A Guardian ad Litem (GAL)is appointed by the court to protect the rights and advocate the
No Job, No Child Support?
Child support in Florida is calculated using several factors and, in many cases, unemployment does not automatically mean that a parent gets a free pass
Child Support and the Government Shutdown
If you are a federal employee and are paying child support, then this is for you! Do you know that you are still responsible for supporting
Understanding Changes in US Immigration Policy
Changes to the United States Immigration system seems to be all the frenzy among news outlets nationwide. it is clear that implementing these changes to Immigration
Why Am I Paying More in Child Support Than My Brother Who Earns a Similar Salary?
This is a common question we are asked almost on a weekly basis. The quickest answer is that the financial situation for each family or
Akilah Harris Recognized For Pro Bono Work With Broward Legal Aid
Since 2015, Ms. Harris has assisted Legal Aid clients facing a variety of family law issues and has been a key contributor to the Mission
COVID-19 Update from Akilah Harris, PLLC (4/2/20)
It is safe to say that we have experienced the most emotional and intense few weeks of our lifetime. The impact of the coronavirus has
Healthcare Surrogates
Have you ever wondered who will make decisions about your healthcare if you are unable to do so? A healthcare surrogate is a person that
Paying Child Support and Executing Time-Sharing During the Covid-19 Pandemic
The most recent child support statistics come from the “Custodial Mothers and Fathers and Their Child Support” report done in 2015. This report states that
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