Recent Blog Posts
Does The Payor Have To Pay Child Support While A Child Is In College?
There are many questions surrounding child support in Florida, particularly when the child support obligation is terminated. Many parents believe that the payor is required to pay for the supported child’s college costs even after the child turns 18. Paying college costs is a huge burden for many students and their parents in Florida… Read More »
6 Mistakes To Avoid During A Florida Divorce
Divorce is usually a confusing and stressful process, which is why it is a good idea to contact an attorney to help you navigate the divorce process. Often, people who are not represented by a lawyer make mistakes that can hurt their divorce case. We will discuss the six common mistakes you should avoid… Read More »
Will I Be Ordered To Pay Child Support If I’m Unemployed?
If you do not have a job, you may wonder if you can be ordered to pay child support despite unemployment. Each parent’s current employment is one of many factors that are considered by Florida courts when deciding whether to order child support in a divorce. Contrary to popular belief, just because you are… Read More »
Can I Stay On My Spouse’s Health Insurance After A Florida Divorce?
Ending a marriage can dramatically change your life. You can no longer count on your spouse’s income (unless you are entitled to alimony), you do not have joint expenses anymore, and you must put your life back together piece by piece. One of the common questions that spouses ask our divorce attorneys is, “Can… Read More »
What Is Interference With Child Custody In Florida?
Both parents must spend time with their kids following a divorce when both have custody rights. Both parents are legally required to follow court-ordered visitation without interference. Under Florida law, it is illegal to interfere with child custody. If a parent interferes with the other parent’s custodial rights, the offending parent can face criminal… Read More »
Who Gets The Vacation Home In A Florida Divorce?
The division of property is arguably the most contentious and time-consuming issue in a Florida divorce. Many divorcing spouses want to get a larger share of the marital assets to leave their spouse with very little. The marital home is usually a sticky point during a divorce because it is the most valuable asset… Read More »
Can A Paternity Test Be Incorrect?
Yes, while paternity tests are reliable and correct most of the time, sometimes they can be wrong. The same can be said about most other tests, as no test can be 100% accurate. A paternity test can be wrong due to human error, mistakes made while collecting the DNA, and other factors. If you… Read More »
6 Benefits Of Hiring A Forensic Accountant For Your Florida Divorce
Many divorcing couples use forensic accountants when going through a divorce. A forensic accountant is a person who helps you ensure that you have prepared all the financial records and documentation you need for divorce. Many spouses hire forensic accountants to uncover the other spouse’s hidden assets or income. If you wish to end… Read More »
Can I Modify My Prenuptial Agreement (Prenup) In Florida?
A prenuptial agreement (prenup) is a legally binding document signed by both parties before entering into a marriage. Since the terms of a prenup are agreed upon before the marriage, it is difficult to modify a prenuptial agreement. However, just because it’s difficult does not mean that it’s impossible. Nonetheless, before signing a prenup,… Read More »
Who Keeps The Pets In My Florida Divorce?
When a divorce involves minor children, spouses often cannot work out custody arrangements. The same can be said about divorces involving pets. When a divorce involves pets, spouses may disagree on who gets the pets. While many people mistakenly believe that “pet custody” issues are resolved similar to “child custody,” that is not the… Read More »