Developing a Parenting Plan in Florida
St. Petersburg Family Law Attorney
The state of Florida has abandoned the terms "visitation" and "child custody," with the exception of designating them for state and federal purposes. Instead, a parenting plan is arranged to designate the time a child spends with each parent.
At the law office of Carole A. Banks, P.A., I work with parents to develop a parenting plan that meets the best interests of the child. For more information about time sharing in Florida, contact my law office at 727-498-1379. I offer a free initial consultation.
What Is a Parenting Plan?
Simply put, a parenting plan designates what days and times each parent will have with a child. A parenting plan is drafted to address the specific needs of the parties it represents. Family law courts will consider each parent's work schedule, religious practices, location and other factors before approving a parenting plan.
Ultimately, the goal of the Florida family law courts is to work in the best interests of the child. This is an intuitive approach. If one parent's work schedule would require a child to spend one hour a day in after-school care, the other parent would likely be given access before preference would be given to a babysitter.
Relocation With a Child
Per Florida laws, one parent cannot relocate more than 50 miles away from the other. This law protects children by limiting the amount of time they spend in a car. Are you looking to relocate with your child? Find out more about modifying child custody and child relocation.
A Parenting Plan to Address Your Specific Concerns
A parenting plan can be tailored to accommodate summer vacations, international travel and other family-specific plans. I am attorney Carole Banks, and I can help you draft a parenting plan that meets your specific requirements.
For more information about parenting plans or another family law or divorce-related issue, contact a lawyer in St. Petersburg.
