Parenting plans are a required component of divorce cases in Florida when minor children are involved. These plans establish clear guidelines for parental responsibility and timesharing.

Parental responsibility refers to who makes important decisions regarding the child’s education, healthcare, and activities. Timesharing outlines when the child spends time with each parent. Parenting plans are designed to reduce conflict, provide consistency, and help children adjust to changes before, during, and after divorce.

Florida law also requires parents to attend a four-hour parenting course to understand the impact of divorce on children. Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) gives families the resources they need to access the course.

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) is dedicated to supporting families through divorce and custody matters. Our attorneys provide free legal aid to ensure parenting plans are fair, clear, and child centered.

If you need help understanding your parental responsibilities in a Florida divorce case, FRLS can assist. Call 1-888-582-3410 or apply online at FRLS.org today for free legal services.

About Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS):

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) is a non-profit law firm that provides free civil legal aid to qualified individuals, families, and vulnerable communities across 13 Florida counties and to farmworkers statewide. Since 1966, FRLS has pursued justice by providing legal services in
housing law, family law, consumer protection, public benefits, elder law, disaster relief, education law, and more, all at no cost to our clients. FRLS collaborates with community organizations and Pro Bono attorneys to deliver quality advocacy, outreach, and education designed to protect the rights of those in need. For over 50 years, FRLS has been a steadfast advocate for justice. Learn more at www.FRLS.org.