Joseph "Joel" Lipinski, Author at Law Firm of Joseph "Joel" Lipinski

About Joseph "Joel" Lipinski

Joel Lipinski is a Family Law Attorney serving the Tampa Bay Area.

Why Temporary Orders Matter More Than You Think in Florida Family Law Cases

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski December 23, 2025UncategorizedNo Comments

When people begin a family law case, temporary orders in Florida family law cases are often viewed as short-term or procedural. Many assume these decisions are merely placeholders until a…

One Custody Mistake Parents Make After Separation

One Custody Mistake Parents Make After Separation

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski December 16, 2025UncategorizedNo Comments

After separation, many parents unknowingly make a custody mistake that can quietly affect their case long before they ever step into a courtroom. That mistake is allowing informal changes to…

Can I Be Reinstated as Guardian Advocate After Being Removed?

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski December 9, 2025UncategorizedNo Comments

Life After Removal: Is Reinstatement Even Possible? Losing the role of Guardian Advocate—especially for your own child—can feel devastating. But if you've taken real steps to stabilize your life, rebuild…

What Is a Parenting Coordinator in Florida and When are They Used?

What Is a Parenting Coordinator in Florida and When are They Used?

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski November 25, 2025Uncategorized

High-conflict co-parenting situations can quickly become unmanageable, especially when communication breaks down and every minor issue turns into a dispute. When this happens, Florida courts may appoint a parenting coordinator…

How to Request a Holiday Schedule Change Without Starting a Fight

How to Request a Holiday Schedule Change Without Starting a Fight

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski November 18, 2025Uncategorized

Holiday time is stressful enough without a parenting dispute adding fuel to the fire. But life happens — travel issues, work schedules, family emergencies, and last-minute changes can make the…

What If My Ex Doesn’t Follow Our Holiday Time-Sharing Schedule?

What If My Ex Doesn’t Follow Our Holiday Time-Sharing Schedule?

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski November 11, 2025Uncategorized

Introduction The holidays can be a joyful time — unless your ex suddenly refuses to follow the agreed-upon time-sharing plan. In Florida, holiday time-sharing schedules are legally binding once they’re…

Enforcing a Foreign Judgment in Florida: How Out-of-State Orders Are Recognized Here

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski November 4, 2025Uncategorized

Enforcing a Foreign Judgment in Florida: How Out-of-State Orders Are Recognized Here If you’ve already won a court order in another state, you might think it automatically applies in Florida.…

When Parents Disagree About the School Schedule in Florida

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski October 28, 2025Uncategorized

As the school year begins, many co-parents realize their old parenting plan doesn’t fit their child’s new routine. Class times, sports, and aftercare can quickly lead to confusion — or…

🏛️ How to Enforce a Parenting Plan in Florida

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski October 21, 2025Uncategorized

When one parent refuses to follow the parenting plan, it can leave the other parent feeling powerless. Fortunately, if you need to enforce a parenting plan in Florida, the law…

Withholding Time-Sharing in Florida: What Happens If the Other Parent Isn’t Paying Child Support

By Joseph "Joel" Lipinski October 14, 2025Uncategorized

⚖️ Introduction Many Florida parents face the same dilemma: “If the other parent stops paying child support, can I keep the kids until they pay?” It’s a common and emotional…