Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Parental rights issues
My ex and I have a daughter...I have residental custody and we both have shared parental rights...His current wife insists on being in on all the decisions to be made with my daughter...She will not let my ex have any say alone...This has caused some major problems...What are my rights and can I insist on anything??? I do not have a problem with him discussing things with her...but when it comes right down too it...I think the decisions should be strictly between he and I...
Where do I stand?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Parental rights issues
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While she has no legal rights to make any of the decisions, as a practical matter, the child does stay with her in her's and your ex husband's home and thus she is involved in the child rearing process. You should try to find a way to live with her involvement and appreciate her concern so long as she does not overdue it. If it becomes too much, then you will need to have your attorney take the appropriate action in the court.
Scott R. Jay, Esq.