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DIEGO MAURICIO SERNA vs CAROLINA BOTERO
Date: 01-12-2020
Case Number: 5D19-1765
Judge: John M. Harris
Court: DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA FIFTH DISTRICT
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Description:
Diego Serna appeals the third amended supplemental final judgment of modification which, among other things, imputed income to him for purposes of calculating child support. Because the trial court’s findings and calculations were based on competent, substantial evidence, we affirm in all respects, with one exception. Serna also challenges the trial court’s determination that he had a greater ability to pay attorney’s fees than his wife. Because the trial court only determined entitlement and did
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not determine the amount of fees, this issue is not ripe for appellate consideration.
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Diego Serna appeals the third amended supplemental final judgment of modification which, among other things, imputed income to him for purposes of calculating child support. Because the trial court’s findings and calculations were based on competent, substantial evidence, we affirm in all respects, with one exception. Serna also challenges the trial court’s determination that he had a greater ability to pay attorney’s fees than his wife. Because the trial court only determined entitlement and did
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not determine the amount of fees, this issue is not ripe for appellate consideration.
Outcome:
We therefore dismiss that portion of Serna’s appeal.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of DIEGO MAURICIO SERNA vs CAROLINA BOTERO?
The outcome was: We therefore dismiss that portion of Serna’s appeal.
Which court heard DIEGO MAURICIO SERNA vs CAROLINA BOTERO?
This case was heard in DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA FIFTH DISTRICT, FL. The presiding judge was John M. Harris.
When was DIEGO MAURICIO SERNA vs CAROLINA BOTERO decided?
This case was decided on January 12, 2020.