Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: legal representation

I am not sure why that is important. More importantly is that you seek representation so it is not one-sided. All too many times, people go to Court without an attorney and get the short end of the stick. Find a lawyer soon.

Re: legal representation

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Yes. The attorney can file a Notice of Appearance right up to the time of the hearing and, in fact, can probably file one at the hearing. Most judges will allow an attorney liberal leeway in filing appearances because they do not want to prevent a person from having competent legal representation, if so desired.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.