You might be surprised to find out that Florida law offers grandparents very limited visitation rights — and most families do not fit into the law’s narrow requirements. One Florida grandmother is fighting back. Learn more about Tina Sessa, and how she’s trying to improve grandparent visitation rights, below. A Tragic Accident Leads to Many Losses In December 2018, 24-year old… READ MORE

The Law Office of A. Sam Jubran, P.A. is honored to announce that Attorney Sam Jubran is invited to join the Inn as a Master and Attorney Deanne Castro is invited to join the Inn as an Associate Member. The Florida Family Law American Inn of Court is an honorable organization that fosters excellence in the profession of law. The… READ MORE

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s ongoing dispute about their child custody arrangement has been circulating tabloids for weeks. Since filing for divorce in 2016, Ms. Jolie has had primary custody of their six children. This seems to have changed recently, when the media reported that Mr. Pitt had won a shared custody schedule for the summer. While we don’t know all the facts, there… READ MORE

When Florida decides on child custody modifications, the only needs they’re taking into account are those of your children. The courts will be interested in establishing a healthy routine and ensuring they’re in the best possible environment. When both parents are on board with the time-sharing arrangement, things go much smoother. The courts will generally not bother to review a… READ MORE

Last week, the Trump administration announced its promise to fix the problem of immigration separating children from their families, even those who were merely seeking asylum to the U.S. Nonetheless, the “zero-tolerance” policy remains otherwise unchanged. In other words, families are still subject to indefinite detention. Border Policies and Their Impact on Families The Trump administration has seemed to backpedal… READ MORE

Looks like Britney Spears and Kevin Federline are still in the midst of contentious child support battle. While the average child support dispute involves hundreds monthly, because of their celebrity status and net worth, Spears and Federline are arguing over more than $20,000 per month. If you are involved in a child support dispute, or hope to modify your child support order, contact The Law Office of… READ MORE

If you’re pulled over on the suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida, is refusing breathalyzer testing legal? What happens if you do refuse? At The Law Office of A. Sam Jubran, P.A., we can answer your questions and help you fight your DUI charges. Call us today at (904) 360-6100. When Will an Officer Ask Me Take a Breathalyzer Test? An… READ MORE

Did you know that distracted driving accounts for almost one-third of all car accidents? Much of this distraction is caused by cell phones. According to recent studies, people trying to text or talk on their phones — even when using hands-free devices — are as impaired as drunk drivers. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Florida leads the nation… READ MORE

The Trump tax plan proposes many changes that affect individual taxpayers — especially in regard to alimony deductions. An alimony lawyer can help you understand your individual situation, as well as guide you through the divorce process. If you have questions about spousal support, or the Trump tax plan and its impact, call Law Office of A. Sam Jubran, P.A. today at… READ MORE

Celebrity divorce rarely surprises us anymore. It is clear that love is fragile. While divorces and separations are common among celebrities, however, 2017 was a particularly noteworthy year. Celebrity Divorce: Chris Pratt and Anna Faris On July 13, 2017, after being married for nearly a decade, Chris Pratt and Anna Faris made the decision to legally separate. Pratt, who met Faris on the… READ MORE