Relocation after divorce is one of the most misunderstood areas of Florida family law. In this episode of When Split Happens, Jay Henderlite, a Jacksonville family law attorney with Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, explains how Florida courts handle relocation cases and what parents must do before moving with a child.

Jay breaks down what legally qualifies as relocation under Florida law, when parental consent is enough, and when court approval is required. He explains the strict requirements for filing a relocation petition, the relocation-specific best interests standard courts apply, and why relocation is treated differently from ordinary custody modifications. The episode also covers how courts evaluate job opportunities, financial benefits, and the impact a move may have on a child’s stability and relationship with the non-relocating parent.

For parents in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida who are considering a move—or facing a proposed relocation by a co-parent—this episode offers clear guidance on legal risks, timing issues, and strategic considerations under Florida’s relocation statute.

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Divorce involving military service raises unique legal issues under both Florida and federal law. In this episode of When Split Happens, Jay Henderlite, a Jacksonville family law attorney with Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, explains what service members and military spouses need to know before filing for divorce in Florida.

This episode covers how jurisdiction and residency apply to active-duty service members, when being stationed in Florida satisfies the six-month residency requirement, and why Florida courts may have authority over the divorce itself but not over custody, child support, or property division. Jay also explains the role of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), how deployments affect parenting plans, and how Florida courts treat military pay, housing allowances, and retirement benefits.

If you are a service member or military spouse in Jacksonville or Northeast Florida, this episode offers clear, practical guidance on navigating military divorce while protecting your rights and your family’s future.

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Unmarried fathers in Florida often feel unsure about where they stand legally—especially when it comes to custody, time-sharing, and decision-making for their children. In this episode of When Split Happens, Jay Henderlite, a Jacksonville family law attorney with Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, breaks down what rights unmarried fathers do—and do not—have under Florida law.

Jay explains why fathers do not automatically receive parental rights at birth when the parents are unmarried, and why establishing paternity is the critical first step. Without paternity, a father has no enforceable right to custody, visitation, or involvement in major decisions. Once paternity is legally established, fathers may seek time-sharing, shared parental responsibility, and equal consideration in custody matters.

This episode covers how Florida courts handle parenting cases involving unmarried parents, including how paternity is established, whether mothers are favored in custody decisions, when 50/50 time-sharing may be appropriate, and how parental responsibility and child support are legally connected.

Jay also discusses why delaying action can make it harder to change an existing parenting arrangement—particularly for fathers in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, where courts prioritize stability and a child’s best interests.

If you are an unmarried father with questions about paternity, custody, or child support in Florida, this episode provides practical guidance to help you understand your rights and options.

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