Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Common Criticisms of Florida’s New Alimony Laws
Governor DeSantis probably expected a fair amount of backlash after revamping Florida’s alimony system. The new laws clearly favor those paying alimony. And statistically speaking, these spouses are more likely to be male. Almost inevitably, the governor has faced criticisms from female-rights groups. Some even say that he is violating the rights of women…. Read More »
Can I Get Custody in Florida Even if I Work Full-Time?
Many parents work full-time in Florida, and some even work multiple jobs. With the rising cost of living, it’s even more important to focus on your career. Many parents feel motivated to work in order to provide for their children. Somewhat ironically, their preoccupation with work may pose challenges when seeking child custody. But… Read More »
Who Moves Out After a Florida Divorce?
Moving out is an important step for many divorcing spouses in Florida, but do you really need to do this? You may be very connected to your family home, and you might be desperate to stay in this familiar environment during and after the emotionally turbulent divorce process. But one person has to move… Read More »
Investing After a Gray Divorce in Florida: Can My Ex Take My Profits?
With a relatively high population of senior citizens, Florida sees many gray divorces each year. These divorces take place after spouses have passed middle age, and they may also occur during retirement. Gray divorces have unique considerations, and one of the most important factors to consider is the financial well-being of each spouse. After… Read More »
Proving That You Are Entitled to Stop Paying Alimony After Retiring
Due to recent changes in Florida’s divorce laws, it is now easier to cease or reduce alimony payments when you enter retirement. Today, many spouses are taking advantage of these new laws by establishing that they have reached normal retirement age. This process may be more complicated than it appears, and it’s not simply… Read More »
How Do I Prove My Ex Is in a Supportive Relationship after a Florida Divorce?
Thanks to recent changes to Florida’s divorce laws, spouses may cease alimony payments if they can prove that their exes have entered into certain supportive relationships. Therefore, there is now a strong incentive to prove that these relationships exist, as doing so can save you from paying alimony. The question is simple: How do… Read More »
Will I Lose Alimony in Florida?
Florida’s new alimony laws clearly favor the paying spouses, and many forms of alimony are now no longer necessary. While this has led to great optimism among paying spouses, it’s having the opposite effect on spouses who are currently receiving alimony. Many of these receiving spouses now feel a sense of fear and uncertainty… Read More »
The “50-Mile Rule” Just Changed in Florida Custody Cases
One of the many factors that Florida judges consider when awarding custody is the distance between parents’ homes. While this might seem like a relatively minor detail, the distance between homes can have a major effect on custody decisions. A recent change in Florida’s family law legislation alters something called the “50-mile-rule,” and this… Read More »
Florida Now Gives Equal Treatment to Mothers and Fathers for Time-Sharing
For many years, family courts across the United States assumed that it was in the child’s best interest to spend more time with the mother after a divorce. Slowly but sure, this philosophy is changing. Many states are creating clear legislation that prohibits family courts from giving special treatment to either parent. This means… Read More »
Florida Now Provides More Ways to End Your Alimony
A divorce can have a real financial impact on many spouses, and alimony is one of the many burdens that you may be dealing with as you approach post-divorce life. Some might argue that the entire concept of alimony is archaic, as it dates back to a time when women were literally banned from… Read More »