<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Bosque Law Firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bosque Law Firm]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/q-a-library</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:04:22 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How Can a Mother Name a Grandparent as Guardian of Her Child if She Dies?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: A mother wants to make sure that, if she becomes incapacitated or dies, her child would be cared for by the child’s maternal grandmother rather than the father’s mother. The child’s father is not listed on the birth certificate, and paternity has not been legally established. What estate-planning or guardianship documents can the mother prepare in Florida to nominate the maternal grandmother as the child’s guardian, and would that nomination prevent the paternal grandmother from...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/how-can-a-mother-name-a-grandparent-as-guardian-of-her-child-if-she-dies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab42044b2161adb0c75496e</guid><category><![CDATA[Estate Planning]]></category><category><![CDATA[Guardianship]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:56:43 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can I Be Released from My Lease Due to Safety Concerns?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I am seeking information about my rights and options for being released from a residential lease. I have asked my landlord several times to sign a lease-release agreement, but I have not received a response. My financial circumstances have changed significantly: I am currently unemployed, unable to keep up with my bills, and supporting three children. In addition, I am experiencing serious safety concerns involving a family member who has made threats of physical violence, including...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/can-i-be-released-from-my-lease-due-to-safety-concerns</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab0bf40ed85621288bef692</guid><category><![CDATA[Landlord/Tenant]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 05:25:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Can I Obtain a Copy of My Deceased Parents’ Will if My Siblings Will Not Share It?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION:  Both of my parents have passed away, and I believe they left a will. My siblings may have possession of the original will, but they will not allow me to review it or provide me with a copy. What steps can I take to find out whether the will has been filed with the probate court and obtain a copy? If a sibling has the original will but refuses to file or produce it, what legal options may be available to require that person to deposit the will with the court? ANSWER: If you believe...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/how-can-i-obtain-a-copy-of-my-deceased-parents-will-if-my-siblings-will-not-share-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab14a1813f9e42c91edb1a5</guid><category><![CDATA[Probate]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Are My Options if a Neighbor Refuses to Grant an Easement for an Existing Encroachment?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I am considering purchasing a home that was built decades ago and may partially encroach onto an adjoining property. The neighboring property owners have owned their property for many years and appear to have known about the encroachment since 1997, but they are unwilling to sign an easement agreement. Before proceeding with the purchase, what legal options should I consider to address the encroachment? Could the neighboring owners take legal action against me after I purchase the...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/what-are-my-options-if-a-neighbor-refuses-to-grant-an-easement-for-an-existing-encroachment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab0c2e5ed85621288befdc5</guid><category><![CDATA[Real Property]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will a Name Discrepancy Between My Marriage Certificate and Prior Divorce Decree Affect My Divorce?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I was previously married and adopted my former spouse’s last name. After that divorce, I continued using that married last name. I later remarried, but my second marriage certificate lists my maiden name rather than the last name I was using at the time. I am now seeking a divorce from my second spouse. The court documents request the name shown on the marriage certificate, which differs from the name reflected in my prior divorce records. Could this discrepancy create a problem in...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/will-a-name-discrepancy-between-my-marriage-certificate-and-prior-divorce-decree-affect-my-divorce</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab0c3ce477573b2af7f8971</guid><category><![CDATA[Family Law]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can an Easement of Necessity Be Terminated if the Benefited Property Has Other Road Access?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: My family owns property in Florida that was originally part of a larger tract divided many years ago. An access easement was created or claimed across our property for the benefit of a rear parcel. However, the easement route has reportedly not been used for decades and has recently been enclosed by fencing. The owner of the rear parcel also owns an adjacent parcel that has access to a public road. That owner is now asserting a right to use an easement of necessity across our...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/can-an-easement-of-necessity-be-terminated-if-the-benefited-property-has-other-road-access</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab0c4aaed85621288bf0118</guid><category><![CDATA[Real Property]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Unpaid Child Support Delay a Court-Ordered Reunification Process in Florida?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION:  A mother is involved in an ongoing Florida timesharing and custody case. The father is approximately $2,000 behind on court-ordered child support. The case has reached the stage where reunification services may begin within the next month. Can the unpaid child-support arrears delay, postpone, or otherwise affect the court-ordered reunification process? ANSWER: In general, a $2,000 child-support arrears balance does not by itself delay or prevent court-ordered reunification. Florida...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/can-unpaid-child-support-delay-a-court-ordered-reunification-process-in-florida</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab0c6f1477573b2af7f9187</guid><category><![CDATA[Family Law]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is a Florida Landlord Required to Repair the Air Conditioning if the Lease Requires It?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I rent a home in Florida, and the air-conditioning system stopped working approximately two weeks ago. My lease states that the landlord is responsible for maintaining the air conditioning. I notified the landlord in writing and by text message, but the landlord has not completed the repair and continues to say it will be addressed later. The home has become extremely hot, and a young child lives in the residence. What responsibilities does the landlord have under the lease and...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/is-a-florida-landlord-required-to-repair-the-air-conditioning-if-the-lease-requires-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab14ecf9fb9473c1985ed7c</guid><category><![CDATA[Landlord/Tenant]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:39:13 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can a Parent Move Children Out of Florida Without the Other Parent’s Permission?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I am the father of children who currently live with their mother in Fort Lauderdale. We separated approximately eight months ago, but we have not filed a court case or obtained a custody, timesharing, or parenting-plan order. The children have remained primarily with their mother. The mother has told me that she plans to move with the children to Georgia next month. Can she legally relocate the children out of Florida without my consent when there is no existing court order, and...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/can-a-parent-move-children-out-of-florida-without-the-other-parent-s-permission</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab14dbfa6d8d9eec932a3eb</guid><category><![CDATA[Family Law]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:32:42 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can an Unmarried Mother Move a Child from Florida to Nebraska Without the Father’s Consent?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION:  I am an unmarried mother of a young child. The child’s father signed paperwork at the hospital acknowledging that he is the father, but there is no current court order establishing paternity, parental responsibility, timesharing, or a parenting plan. Due to financial hardship and unstable housing in Florida, I am considering relocating to Nebraska, where I would have housing and family or financial support. The father objects to the move and says I cannot take the child out of...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/can-an-unmarried-mother-move-a-child-from-florida-to-nebraska-without-the-father-s-consent</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab154259fb9473c1985f804</guid><category><![CDATA[Family Law]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can a Florida Family Law Case Be Sent to Mediation Before Financial Disclosure Is Completed?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I am involved in a Florida family law case involving financial issues. Opposing counsel has not provided the required financial affidavit or mandatory financial disclosure documents, but is seeking to have the court schedule mediation. Can the court require the parties to attend mediation before financial disclosure has been completed? What steps can a party take to obtain the missing financial information before mediating issues such as support, property, debts, or attorney’s fees?...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/can-a-florida-family-law-case-be-sent-to-mediation-before-financial-disclosure-is-completed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab1534b08b6eb7bb4535713</guid><category><![CDATA[Family Law]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What High School Classes Can Help Me Prepare for a Career as a Lawyer?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I am a high school student interested in becoming a lawyer in the future. I am considering immigration law, criminal law, or family law, and I would like to choose classes that will help me develop the skills needed for law school and legal practice. What high school courses, activities, and skills should I focus on now to prepare for a future legal career? ANSWER: I am glad to hear that you are considering a legal career and are already taking steps to build the knowledge and...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/what-high-school-classes-can-help-me-prepare-for-a-career-as-a-lawyer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab16f56a9cd81127b602654</guid><category><![CDATA[Other]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Can I Establish Paternity in Florida After the Alleged Father Has Died?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I believe a deceased person was my child's biological father, but paternity was never legally established while he was alive. I would like to determine whether I can establish paternity after his death. What legal steps may be available in Florida to establish paternity when the alleged father is deceased, and what types of evidence may be considered? ANSWER: Paternity can sometimes be established after an alleged father has died, but the appropriate procedure depends on the...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/how-can-i-establish-paternity-in-florida-after-the-alleged-father-has-died</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab1689292bad082c0607110</guid><category><![CDATA[Family Law]]></category><category><![CDATA[Probate]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do I Need a Family Law or Guardianship Attorney for an Elderly Parent with Dementia?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: An elderly parent has advanced dementia and now appears to need significant medical, personal, and day-to-day care. The parent objects to proposed care arrangements, including the possibility of placement in memory care or a nursing facility. Should the family consult an elder-law attorney, a family-law attorney, or an attorney who specifically handles Florida adult guardianship matters? What legal process may be necessary if the parent is unable to make safe decisions about medical...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/do-i-need-a-family-law-or-guardianship-attorney-for-an-elderly-parent-with-dementia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab16db0a6d8d9eec932e2ec</guid><category><![CDATA[Guardianship]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Child Support and Arrears Be Enforced When the Father Had No Timesharing or Contact With the Child?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I am a father whose child’s mother moved repeatedly and did not allow me to communicate with or visit my child for an extended period. At the time, I did not have a court order granting parental responsibility, timesharing, or visitation. Paternity was later established through a Florida Department of Revenue child-support case. I am now subject to a child-support order and have been assessed approximately $48,000 in past-due support. I currently receive Social Security Disability...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/can-child-support-and-arrears-be-enforced-when-the-father-had-no-timesharing-or-contact-with-the-chi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab1da2f703293e42172ac4c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Can a Father Do if the Mother is Withholding the Children and There Are Safety or School-Attendance Concerns?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION:  I am the father of children whose mother and I have been separated for approximately two years. I am concerned that the mother is preventing or limiting my contact with the children, making negative statements that are affecting their relationship with me, and excluding me from important information about their schooling and care. I am especially concerned because the children reportedly missed a substantial amount of school last year, and I do not know whether they have attended...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/what-can-a-father-do-if-the-mother-is-withholding-the-children-and-there-are-safety-or-school-attend</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab1d1b6a6d8d9eec933bec9</guid><category><![CDATA[Family Law]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can a Florida Landlord Enter a Rental Home Without 24 Hours’ Notice?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I rent a home in Florida, and my landlord entered the residence while I was sleeping without giving me 24 hours’ advance notice. My lease states that the landlord may enter with “reasonable notice.” Does Florida law define what “reasonable notice” means, and are there circumstances in which a landlord may legally enter without providing 24 hours’ notice? ANSWER:  In Florida, a landlord generally may not enter a tenant’s dwelling without reasonable notice and for a legitimate...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/can-a-florida-landlord-enter-a-rental-home-without-24-hours-notice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab1d4ada9cd81127b61061d</guid><category><![CDATA[Landlord/Tenant]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can a Florida Court Allow a Child’s International Cruise After the Other Parent Withdraws Prior Consent?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I have a Florida parenting plan involving my 16-year-old child. Before booking an international family cruise, the other parent agreed in writing by text message that the child could participate. I relied on that agreement and paid substantial nonrefundable travel expenses. The other parent has since withdrawn consent, refuses to provide the documentation needed for international travel, and says the trip conflicts with that parent’s scheduled timesharing. The parenting plan allows...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/can-a-florida-court-allow-a-child-s-international-cruise-after-the-other-parent-withdraws-prior-cons</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab4176c536d88e3963d3073</guid><category><![CDATA[Family Law]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Can I Do About an Old Child-Support Contempt Writ if I Never Received Notice of the Hearing?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: A Florida court issued a contempt order and writ of bodily attachment in 2023 based on unpaid child support. I later learned about the writ only when I contacted the child-support office in 2026 to obtain my case number and arrange payment. I did not receive notice of the hearing, and the case had previously been transferred to the county where I live. The current purge amount is $1,500, and I have the funds available to pay it. I am concerned about being arrested because I care for...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/what-can-i-do-about-an-old-child-support-contempt-writ-if-i-never-received-notice-of-the-hearing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab4165d2ef047c8815132c5</guid><category><![CDATA[Family Law]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Happens to a Deceased Tenant’s Personal Belongings in Florida if There Is No Family?]]></title><description><![CDATA[QUESTION: I live alone in a Florida low-income housing tax credit property and do not have family members who could manage my belongings if I die. My personal property is valued at less than $500, but I own a religious item that is important to me and that I may prefer to return or give to a particular person or organization. I am also registered as a body donor. Under Florida law, what steps may a landlord or property manager take to recover the unit and handle a deceased tenant’s remaining...]]></description><link>https://www.bosquelawfirm.com/post/what-happens-to-a-deceased-tenant-s-personal-belongings-in-florida-if-there-is-no-family</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab1dba9a9cd81127b6118b9</guid><category><![CDATA[Landlord/Tenant]]></category><category><![CDATA[Estate Planning]]></category><category><![CDATA[Probate]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kaylin M.M. Bosque, Esq.</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>