Coparenting in Florida
Your complete guide to custody laws, coparenting resources, and free tools for Florida families.
Florida Custody Laws Overview
Florida replaced custody with 'time-sharing' and 'parental responsibility' in 2008. Over 20 factors must be evaluated, starting from a premise of frequent contact with both parents.
Each parent must submit a parenting plan. Courts consider stability, fitness, health, the child's preference, and willingness to honor the time-sharing schedule.
Uses 'time-sharing' and 'parental responsibility' terminology
Over 20 statutory factors are evaluated
Both parents must submit a proposed parenting plan
Starts from a premise of frequent contact with both parents
How The Coparenting App Helps Florida Families
Our free platform gives Florida parents every tool they need to manage custody arrangements effectively.
Shared Custody Calendar
Color-coded schedules, swap requests, and holiday planning that both parents can access in real-time.
Secure Messaging
Timestamped, tamper-proof messages with AI tone monitoring. Every conversation is court-admissible.
Expense Tracking
Automatically split costs, upload receipts, and generate court-ready financial reports.
Document Vault
Securely store and share custody orders, medical records, school forms, and more.
Video Calls
Built-in video calling so you can stay connected with your children during the other parent's time.
Court-Ready Exports
Export all messages, expenses, and schedules as professional PDF or CSV documents for legal use.
Florida Coparenting FAQs
- What type of custody does Florida courts prefer?
- Florida courts use the "best interest of the child" standard when making custody decisions. While many FL judges encourage shared parenting time when it serves the child's wellbeing, there is no automatic presumption of 50/50 custody. Courts evaluate factors such as each parent's home stability, the child's relationship with each parent, and the parents' ability to cooperate.
- Is The Coparenting App court-admissible in Florida?
- Yes. All messages, expense records, and calendar data in The Coparenting App are timestamped and tamper-proof. You can export court-ready PDF or CSV documents at any time, which Florida family courts accept as evidence. Many FL family law attorneys recommend using a dedicated coparenting platform to maintain organized records.
- How do I find a family law attorney in Florida?
- The Coparenting App includes a Professional Directory where you can search for family law attorneys, mediators, and therapists in Florida. Simply visit the Directory section, filter by your location and profession type, and browse verified profiles with reviews from other parents.
- Can I modify my custody order in Florida?
- Yes. In Florida, either parent can request a custody modification by filing a motion with the court. You typically need to demonstrate a "material change in circumstances" since the original order. Common reasons include relocation, changes in the child's needs, or safety concerns. Using The Coparenting App to document communication and schedules can provide strong evidence for your modification request.
Find Florida Family Law Professionals
Browse attorneys, mediators, therapists, and other family law professionals in Florida through our verified directory.
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