Prepare your documents for Temporary Custody by Extended Family Member in Florida
This website helps prepare the forms required for a Petition for Temporary Custody by Extended Family in Florida.
HOW IT WORKS
1. Take Screening
Start with an online screening tool to help you determine whether Temporary Custody by Extended Family is appropriate for your situation.
2. Prepare Documents
Instead of filling out the forms yourself, our system helps you complete your Temporary Custody by Extended Family filing by asking for the necessary information in plain, easy-to-understand language. Your answers are then used to complete the required forms.
3. Consult Advocate (Optional)
You can consult a family law advocate or legal professional for guidance on temporary custody matters. An advocate can help you understand your rights and options, review your case documents, discuss your situation, and help you understand the available legal options.
4. File with the Clerk
You can begin a Temporary Custody by Extended Family case in Florida by filing your completed petition with the Clerk of the Circuit Court. You may file in person, by mail, or electronically through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal. Include the required filing fee. Once accepted, the Clerk will open your case and assign a case number.
Process
Step 1
You: Take Online Screening
Begin your Temporary Custody by Extended Family filing by completing the screening on LegalAtoms. Enter your ZIP code and answer a few questions to help determine whether this case type may be appropriate for your situation and filing location.
Step 2
You: Gather Personal Information and Prepare the Temporary Custody Petition
Start by gathering the information needed to complete your Petition for Temporary Custody by Extended Family, including your information, the child’s information, and the information of the child’s parent or parents. Complete the required Florida court forms accurately and completely, then review and sign the documents before filing them with the Clerk of the Circuit Court.
Step 3
You: Wait for the Clerk to Process Your Temporary Custody Petition
After submitting your completed Petition for Temporary Custody by Extended Family to the Clerk of the Circuit Court, the Clerk will process the filing and, if accepted, open the case and assign a case number. Keep a copy of your filed petition and related documents for your records. If the filing is rejected or returned for correction, address the issues identified by the Clerk and resubmit the filing as required.
Step 4
You: Create Your Temporary Custody Case on LegalAtoms
Log in to your LegalAtoms account, or create one if you don’t have one. From your dashboard, select Start New Case and choose Temporary Custody by Extended Family (Florida). LegalAtoms will guide you through the information needed for your petition, including information about you, the child, the child’s parent or parents, and your relationship to the child. Your answers are used to prepare the required forms for filing with the Clerk of the Circuit Court.
Step 5
You: Receive Your Filed Temporary Custody Petition and Certified Copies
Once your Petition for Temporary Custody by Extended Family is accepted by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, the case will be opened and assigned a case number. Keep a copy of the filed petition and other court documents for your records. You may request certified copies from the Clerk if an official or certified copy is needed.
Step 6
Wait for the Clerk’s Confirmation
After submitting your Petition for Temporary Custody by Extended Family, the Clerk of the Circuit Court will process the filing and, if accepted, open the case and assign a case number.
During this time, check your LegalAtoms dashboard for updates and watch for any notifications from the Clerk’s Office. Keep a copy of your filed petition and other court documents for your records.
If the filing is incomplete or has an issue, the Clerk may reject or return it for correction. Address the issues identified by the Clerk and resubmit the filing as required.
Step 7
Receive Your Filed Temporary Custody Petition and Begin the Process
Once the Clerk of the Circuit Court accepts your Petition for Temporary Custody by Extended Family, the case will be opened and assigned a case number. Keep a copy of your filed petition and other court documents for your records.
If your filing is rejected or returned for correction, LegalAtoms will help you identify issues, such as missing information or signatures, so you can make the necessary corrections and resubmit the filing.
Once your case is active in the Florida court system, you must complete any remaining steps required for your temporary custody case, which may include serving the parent or parents and attending a hearing if required by the court.
Step 8
Finalize and Maintain Your Temporary Custody Order
Once your temporary custody case is resolved, the court may issue a Final Judgment or other final order addressing temporary custody and related matters. The court’s order is legally binding and must be followed by the parties.
LegalAtoms can help you understand the next steps for obtaining certified copies of your court documents if needed.
Keep copies of your Final Judgment or final court order and any related documents for your records. If the order includes specific requirements or responsibilities, make sure you follow the terms of the order.
FAQs
Court Forms Created This website guides you through the information required to complete your Temporary Custody by Extended Family documents and prepare your case for filing.
Core Forms
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Petition For Temporary Custody by Extended Family.docx
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Party Information Sheet
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Designation of E-Mail Address by a Party Not Represented by an Attorney
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Request To Be Excused From E-Mail Service For A Party Not Represented By An Attorney
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Cover Sheet for Family Court Cases
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Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act
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Family Law Financial Affidavit
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Notice of Related Cases
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Family Law Financial Affidavit(Long Form)