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Will a judge take away my timesharing over Extracurricular Activities.
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My ex signed my son up for sports with out even asking me first. I have him every Saturday. I went ahead and did that season but asked her not to sign him up for the following season since I have made family plans. (I do have other children) But I would consider doing it again the season after next. And games were every Saturday. Well she signed him up with out any regards to what I have asked and demanded me to take him on my time. When I refused. She filed a petition to modify the final judgment as to timesharing and for the judge to force me to take him to activities, pay half of them and make her sole authority decision maker. Also filed a motion for contempt. Our final Judgment says NOTHING about extracurricular activities or the cost of them. Will a Judge actually take away my time?
I just dealt with a similar issue and I doubt you would lose any time with your son. However if your former wife filed a supplemental petition you need to make sure this is handled properly. I would consult with and retain an experienced family law attorney in the Tampa area. I wish you the best of luck.
Probably not, but this assumes the facts are as you represented. This also assumes she won't be able to convince the judge otherwise. Hire an experienced family law attorney
It is certainly within the court's power to award her what she is asking for, if she shows that there has been a substantial change in circumstances since entry of the final judgment and that the changes requested are in the children's best interests. However, the relief requested seems a bit extreme based on the facts, although limited, that you provided. You should consult with an attorney in your area to discuss the matter and to protect your and the children's interests.
I agree with the other attorneys. It is not very likely that the Court will order that you lose some of your timesharing over extra curricular activities particularly since you did it last year and are willing to do it again next year. The problem is the ex has filed a Supplemental Petition for Modification and is asking for sole decision making powers. You need to retain an experienced family law attorney who can nip this in the bud. Most attorneys like myself offer a free initial consultation. Good luck.
Sincerely,
B. Elaine Jones, Esq.
