I'm a single father in Florida with custody of my 7-year-old daughter. At the time of my divorce 2 years ago, my ex-wife and I agreed that I would take custody (she would retain full parental rights, of course) of our daughter. Now, two years later, she is starting to make noises about wanting custody back. She's now living with a boyfriend.
My understanding of Florida law is that post-judgement modification of custody is very difficult to petition for, and that she would have to show a serious lapse in our daughter's care before the court would be able to modify custody. I've taken exemplary care of her, footing the bill for just about everything, including her school. The only drawback to my situation is that I work odd hours, including nights and weekends. When I work, though, she stays with my parents, who live half a mile away.
I guess I'm just looking for reassurance from people knowledgable in these things that my position is secure!
2006-07-14
10:41:31
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