Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
child emancipation in Florida
what are the steps and can they be performed by a non-attorney?
Asked on 10/22/08, 9:04 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Brent Rose
The Orsini & Rose Law Firm
Re: child emancipation in Florida
If the child is under 18, the child must be self-subsistent (employed, living on his or her own, etc.) and have permission of both parents. The petition for emancipation can be found online. It is not necessary to have a lawyer, but it is strongly recommended.
Answered on 10/22/08, 10:11 pm