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COMO OBTENER UNA APOSTILLA PARA UN CERTIFICADO DE NACIMIENTO DE FLORIDA Las embajadas o consulados extranjeros a menudo requieren una apostilla o un certificado notarial para los registros civiles. Uno de los documentos más comunes para los que las personas piden certificaciones de apostilla es un certificado de nacimiento de Florida. Porque se necesita una … Read more
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Order A Complete Guide to Getting a Fast, Hassle-Free Apostille for a Social Security Benefit Letter Why Expats Need an Apostille for a Social Security Benefit Letter Many American citizens are relocating to countries like Colombia, Ecuador, Costa Rica, and Spain for various reasons. Those who choose to live abroad are … Read more
FBI Apostille: Navigating the Apostille Process for Your FBI Criminal Background Check Introduction If you’re considering international travel for work, study, or family matters—or perhaps you’re venturing into a new business opportunity abroad—you may come across the requirement for an apostille on your FBI Criminal Background Check. This might initially seem like a daunting or … Read more
Understanding Apostilles for Florida Birth Certificates and Death Certificates When dealing with international affairs—whether you’re getting married overseas, applying for dual citizenship, or launching a business abroad—you may need a Florida birth or death certificate accompanied by an apostille. Below, we clarify the process for obtaining an apostille, highlight the importance of having an original … Read more
Introduction RON or Remote Online Notarization is a comprehensive online notary service. The digital service lets you sign and notarize documents electronically, all you need is a device – a computer, tablet, or smartphone – with a working webcam and microphone. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, certified Florida online notaries play an indispensable … Read more
Filing Proposed Orders of Summary Administration and Homestead with the Court There are many challenges that pro se parties face in filing a petition for summary administration in Florida. One such challenge is how to actually get proposed summary administration probate orders in front of a judge to be reviewed and signed. One would think … Read more
THE HIGH COST OF MISINFORMATION PRO SE (NON-LAWYER) ADOPTIONS IN FLORIDA If I were given the task of picking the one thing that most adversely affects pro se petitioners filing cases in the Florida Courts, it would have to be, hands down, the issue of misinformation. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines misinformation as “incorrect or misleading … Read more
Can I Adopt My Grandchild(ren) or Close Relative in Florida Affordably Without an Attorney? Most likely, yes! Your reasons for adopting your grandchild(ren) or relative are varied, but your situation is all too common across Florida. It is estimated that almost a half-million children in Florida live in homes with their grandparents or other close … Read more
Frequently we receive calls at Florida Family Adoptions where the pro se party has “heard” or has been “told” something about Florida adoptions that isn’t accurate. I have compiled a list of the most common myths and realities, and I hope this will help others who are contemplating filing a pro se grandparent, relative, step-parent … Read more
Kudos to Volusia County Clerk of Court Laura E. Roth and her Staff of Friendly and Knowledgeable Professionals My mother (God rest her soul) used to say that it was always important to give credit where credit is due, because it keeps you right with the world. I think it’s time that I share my … Read more
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