Author Archives: FMLG-LAL

If a Guardian ad Litem is appointed in your Florida family law case, you cannot ignore or “fire” them. Learn what their role is and why refusing to cooperate can seriously hurt your case.

Leisa Wintz and Dr. Lisa Sapanaro launch a new podcast exploring high-conflict families, custody battles, mental health in court, and real-life family systems. Subscribe on YouTube for upcoming episodes.

Learn how divorce mediation works in Florida, whether it’s required, what it costs, and how to prepare. Serving clients throughout the State of Florida. Mediation March discounted rates available.

Accused of drug use in a Florida custody or divorce case? Learn how drug testing works in family court, the difference between urine and hair follicle testing, and what legal options you have if you’re facing substance abuse allegations.

Discover the most common courtroom mistakes people make during Florida family law hearings and how to avoid sabotaging your case.
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Learn how Florida divorce courts handle 401(k)s when the premarital value is unknown. Discover how the coverture fraction works and what it means for equitable distribution.

From out-of-state parental kidnapping to shady financial games and judge-specific rules—here are 5 things no one tells you about high-conflict custody battles in Florida family law.

Is it parental kidnapping if the other parent won’t return your child? In Florida, not necessarily. Learn what counts as kidnapping, what doesn’t, and how to take action legally.

When a Florida parent takes a child across state lines, your Florida custody order isn’t automatically enforceable. Learn how domestication works and when you’ll need it.

You can end up in child support court even if the other parent didn’t file — here’s how Florida’s Department of Revenue steps in when government benefits are used.