Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Family Law
I recently split from my Fiance of ten years i had a child outside of my relationship he has been a father too. We decided when we got back together not to locate her father but i did let her meet her sisters. Now that me and my fiance have split he does not want to support her even though he has for the last 6 years even on his tax return he has claimed her. WHat do i do. my father said he is legally resposible for her. Is he right?
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Re: Family Law
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Under Florida law, he may not be responsible for the child but the natural father should pay child support. You should meet with a family law attorney and review all of the facts for a more precise response to your question.
Scott R. Jay, Esq.
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