Category Archives: Divorce
Florida Child Support: Special Considerations for Cases Involving a High-Income Parent
Child support is an issue in many divorce and child custody cases. If you have minor children and you are getting divorced, or if you are going through a custody dispute, you need to understand how child support works. Your children must always be properly financially supported. At the same time, it is important… Read More »
We Are Divorcing in Florida, What Do We Do With Our House?
There are few things more stressful than going through a divorce. Divorcing couples are forced to untangle deep and complex emotional and financial ties. Trying to determine what to do with the family home touches both the emotional and financial sides of a divorce. Not only is a house the biggest financial transaction that… Read More »
Florida Timesharing Disputes: Understanding the Role of Parenting Coordinators
In Florida, if you are going through a child-related family law dispute, you may end up working with a parenting coordinator. Parenting coordinators are neutral parties. These trained professionals may be able to help your family work together to find a solution that is best for everyone involved. Most often, parenting coordinators are used… Read More »
What are the Rights of Non-Parental Relatives in a Florida Child Custody Dispute?
Child custody battles can quickly become emotionally charged, stressful and highly complex. When a non-parental relative attempts to assert their child custody rights, things can become even more complicated. In Florida, non-parental relatives will sometimes be able to prevail in a child custody dispute. However, Florida has a strong presumption in favor of awarding… Read More »
Florida Divorce: Who Gets the Pets?
More than 65 percent of Florida households own at least one pet. In the event that a divorce occurs, many people are rightfully worried about what will happen to their animals. After all, cats, dogs and other pets are basically members of the family. While the friendship between a pet owner and an animal… Read More »
Understanding Divorce Paperwork: Important Documents
Paperwork is a fundamental part of any Florida divorce. In order to ensure that your divorce moves forward efficiently, and that your rights are fully protected, all divorce related documents must be handled carefully. Divorce paperwork can also be frustrating and complex. If you are considering divorce, it is advisable to consult with an… Read More »
Florida Court Issues Instructive Decision in Durational Alimony Case
Recently, the Court of Appeals for the Fifth District released an opinion in the case of Stark v. Stark. The case concerned whether or not the receiving spouse should have been entitled to durational alimony or permanent alimony. This case once again demonstrates the complexity of Florida alimony disputes. If you have any questions… Read More »
Will a Prenuptial Agreement Always Be Enforced in Florida?
A prenuptial agreement is an agreement signed by a couple immediately prior to their marriage. This type of agreement controls how assets will be divided in the event that a divorce occurs. When considering voluntary agreements, Florida courts have a strong presumption in favor of upholding the stated wishes of the signing parties. However,… Read More »
Florida Child Visitation Rights: Interference
It is important that parents spend time with their children. Your child visitation rights are legally enforceable, and they should not face any interference. No matter the excuses offered by the child’s other parent, nothing should be allowed to take preference over your visitation rights. If your child visitation rights have been interfered with… Read More »
Orlando Divorce: Tax Planning
Going through a divorce is stressful enough, and the last thing you need is any additional headaches from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This is why divorce-related tax planning is so important. You should always take the tax implications of your divorce into consideration. Proper planning can protect your assets. If you have any… Read More »