Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

I had a c-section on Dec. 17th. An infection developed and I'm still at the hospital. My family is taking care of the baby although I still breastfeed him, he drinks both formula and breast milk. The father of the child, who's name is on the certificate, says that because I can't take care of the baby custody goes to him and wants to come get the baby today. What can I do? Please help me.


Asked on 12/24/13, 6:19 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

John Smitten Carey and Leisure

unless he has a custody order or is the husband he cannot do that. Contact my office for free consultation 727-446-7659-

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Answered on 12/24/13, 6:50 am
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Without a court order, you can oppose. As father, he does have certain rights. I suggest you seek primary residential custody from the court.

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Answered on 12/24/13, 7:23 am


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