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Why You Need a Lawyer by Your Side During a Divorce in Florida
Divorce is tough. While you are trying to work through a broken heart or the betrayal of your ex, you also have to divide all of your property and legally figure out every detail that…
When Are Florida Couples Most Likely to Get Divorced?
Everyone has experienced a time in their life where it seems like everyone is getting married – but have you ever noticed a time when a lot of peers are getting divorced? The decision to…
“Donative Intent” and Other Family Law Terms for Floridians
Entering into a family law case can be confusing, whether you are signing a prenup, getting a divorce, or distributing marital property. There are lots of complex legal processes and strange terms that you need…
5 Tips for Filling out A Parenting Plan
When you file for divorce and have children, you will have to fill out a parenting plan that will list your intentions regarding dividing duties, time sharing responsibilities, and child support payments for each spouse.…
Are Divorce Records Public in Florida?
Divorce can be messy, especially if each party is fighting for different parts of a shared estate, or if there is a battle over alimony, child support, or child custody. When the final ruling is…
Over 50 and Considering Divorce? What Floridians Need to Know
If you’re thinking about divorce and you’re 50 or older, there are a number of things that are essential for you to consider before you go through with it. Late life divorce isn’t easy for…
How Long Does It Take to Get a Divorce in Florida?
As soon as you and your spouse officially decide to get a divorce, you may feel a lot of things: relief, excitement, loss, confusion. It’s normal for all of these feelings to go through your…
How Does Joint Debt Work After Divorce in Florida?
After you get divorced, how is joint debt handled? In this post, we’ll discuss who pays for what and how it is decided. How Post-Divorce Debt Is Handled Any debt created by one or both…
Florida Divorce: Who Gets the Family Pets?
Your divorce has not been what anyone would call “fun.” You’ve divided bank accounts, stocks, and retirement accounts. Sold the house and split the profits. Laid claim to cars. Bickered over tchotchkes and artwork you’re…
How Does Retroactive Child Support Work in Florida?
If your divorce is final and your ex-spouse hasn’t paid child support, you are likely feeling angry and frustrated, not to mention unable to pay your bills. Below, we’re going to detail what Florida law…
6 Questions to Ask Before Getting a Divorce
As Florida family attorneys, it is not uncommon for us to encounter clients who are unsure about whether they are ready to get a divorce. Some are not sure if they are emotionally ready, while…
Tips for Co-Parenting After Your Divorce
After going through the stressful and emotionally taxing divorce process, you may feel reluctant to even spend time in the same room as your ex-spouse—let alone form an amicable relationship as co-parents. But as difficult…