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You do not need a lawyer to file for custody (sole or shared parental responsibility). However, with the help of a lawyer, it may be easier for you to gather and present the information you will need to convince the judge of your position on what the parenting plan and time sharing schedule should be.

Under Florida law, there are two types of default: clerk and judicial. Clerk default occurs when a party fails to respond in any form to the petition. The second category of default, judicial default, occurs when a party fails to plead or defend against the claims.

In support of a motion for summary judgment, the County's motion must be supported by written testimony (i.e. under oath, in the form of an affidavit, declaration, a deposition, or hearing transcript from another proceeding), supporting documentation, or other admissible evidence.

How to File for Custody in Florida Parenting Plan (Form 12.995(a)) ? For general cases. Supervised/Safety-Focused Parenting Plan (Form 12.995(b)) ? For cases involving supervised custody. Relocation/Long Distance Parenting Plan (Form 12.995(c)) ? For cases involving the relocation of one or more parents.

Florida makes the records of its Family Courts available to the public unless expunged or sealed by court orders. Anyone can access these records in person at Clerks' Offices and online. Florida law offers more complete Family Court records online than in person.

In court you will have to demonstrate that it is not in the best interest of your child to have joint custody with both of their parents and that awarding joint custody would actually have a negative effect or cause harm to your child.