Temporary Relief Litigation
When a party has immediate concerns – such as the safety of a child, the need for financial support, or the security of his or her self or property, it is possible to request “Temporary Relief” from the Court.
Common Forms of Temporary Relief in Florida Family Law Courts
- Temporary time-sharing schedule for minor children
- Temporary Parenting Plan for minor children
- Temporary Child Support
- Temporary Alimony (Spousal Support)
- Temporary Relocation
- Temporary Exclusive Use of the Marital Home
- Temporary Decisions on Major Health Issues
- Temporary Decisions on Major Educational Issues
- Temporary Injunctions to Protect Assets
- Temporary Use of Assets
- Temporary Responsibility for Liabilities/Debts
- Temporary Attorney Fees and Litigation Costs
- Temporary Forensic Accounting Fees
- Temporary Expert Fees
- Temporary Injunction to Prevent Removal of Minor Children, Denial of Passport Services
- Temporary Custody by Extended Family
- Temporary Injunctions for Protection from Domestic Violence
Depending on your needs or the type of litigation, additional forms of Temporary Relief may be available. An experienced Florida family law litigator can help identify your needs, rights, and responsibilities, providing guidance and counsel through the process.
Temporary Relief: Requests, Hearings, and Orders
Requests for Temporary Relief may come in the form of a Petition or Temporary Relief Motion. While some forms of Temporary Relief may be obtained without a hearing, most Temporary Relief matters, are set for a hearing in front of the Judge or General Magistrate who hear evidence and arguments presented by each side. If a Temporary Order is entered, this Order will usually remain in place until a Subsequent Order or Final Order is entered.
In some circumstances, Motions to Modify or Dissolve Temporary Orders may be utilized. An experienced family law attorney can help assess the facts and evidence to determine what relief may be appropriate to seek.
Temporary Relief, Major Impact
Although the Final Hearing or Trial allows each party the opportunity to present his or her case, what occurs throughout litigation, especially motions, hearings, and Court Orders related to Temporary Relief issues, can have a major effect on the outcome of the case. What starts as a Temporary Order, may, over time, become the foundation for a Final Order or substantially impact bargaining power in negotiations. If you are involved in a family law matter, it’s important to work with an experienced attorney to understand your rights, entitlement, and exposure to temporary relief.
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