Vanessa Vasquez de Lara Appears on NBC 6 to Discuss Summer Timesharing and Parenting Plans
August 6, 2026
MIAMI, FL (July 20, 2026) — Founding Attorney Vanessa Vasquez de Lara of Vasquez de Lara Law Group appeared on NBC 6 South Florida on July 20, 2026, to discuss summer timesharing and provide practical guidance for divorced and separated parents preparing for the summer season.
During the interview, Vanessa explained the importance of having a comprehensive parenting plan and reminded parents that the written agreement—not verbal understandings—governs their rights and responsibilities.
“Whatever is in writing is always what’s going to be what’s most important.”
She also addressed common summer disputes involving vacation schedules and emphasized that communication and planning are essential to avoiding unnecessary conflict.
“The biggest problems we see is failure to communicate… I say over communicate.”
Vanessa encouraged parents to begin planning summer vacations well in advance, noting that early communication can help families resolve scheduling issues before they become legal disputes.
As a trusted family law attorney, Vanessa regularly appears in local media to educate the South Florida community on topics including divorce, parenting plans, timesharing, child custody, and other family law matters. Through these appearances, she remains committed to helping families better understand their legal rights and make informed decisions.
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About the Author
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara is a Miami divorce lawyer, author, and legal commentator with more than 20 years of experience helping families navigate divorce, child custody disputes, and complex family law matters throughout Florida. She is the founder and managing partner of Vasquez de Lara Law Group, one of the largest family-law-only firms serving Miami-Dade and Broward counties, with a team of attorneys dedicated exclusively to divorce and family law.
A graduate of the University of Miami School of Law, Vanessa has been recognized for her professional excellence by being named to the Super Lawyers list every year since 2016. She is also the author of the bestselling book “The Florida Man’s Guide to Getting Divorced” which provides practical insight into the legal, financial, and personal realities of divorce in Florida.
Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, Vanessa is frequently invited to provide legal commentary on family law issues in national media, including appearances on NBC and Univision’s Despierta América.
Beyond her legal work, Vanessa is the founder of the Ricky Supreme Scholars Foundation, created in honor of her brother who lost his life to gun violence. Through the foundation, she provides scholarships to high school students to help them pursue higher education and build brighter futures.
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