Tag Archives: Orlando Divorce Lawyers
Four Qualities to Look for in a Florida Divorce Lawyer
Are you thinking about getting divorced in Orlando, Florida? If so, you should not go through the complex legal process all by yourself. To ensure that your legal rights, your parental rights and your financial interests are fully protected, you should work with an experienced Florida divorce lawyer. Of course, there is a seemingly… Read More »
How to Prepare for Your Initial Meeting with a Divorce Attorney
If you are getting divorced in Florida, you should meet with a qualified attorney to discuss the important legal issues of your case. At the Law Offices of Steve W. Marsee, P.A., we offer fully confidential, no obligation divorce consultations to people who are considering ending their marriage. To help you get the most… Read More »
How to Get an Uncontested Divorce in Florida
Are you considering getting an uncontested divorce in Florida? If so, you are not alone. Many divorcing couples desire an uncontested divorce because they are looking for a way to end their marriage that is: 1) efficient, 2) low-conflict and 3) cost effective. An uncontested divorce can potentially meet all of these criteria. Here,… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Social Media and Florida Divorce
For many people, social media has become an increasingly important part of their life. Most Americans are now on at least one social media network. According to data provided by the Pew Research Center, nearly 70 percent of people actively use social media. While using social media is often a causal experience, your posts… Read More »
Florida Divorce and Business Ownership: Marital Labor
On March 22nd, 2017, the Florida Second District Court of Appeal released a decision in the case of Bair v. Bair. This complex divorce case involved a business owner who held nonmarital interests in a company, but who also worked full time at the company throughout the length of the marriage. As such, the… Read More »
Florida Family Law Cases and Voluntary Unemployment
A person’s income can matter a lot in a Florida family law case. Indeed, from property distribution, to spousal support (alimony) to child support obligations, the calculation of income will have a dramatic effect on the results of the case. Contrary to what many people believe, calculating income is not always a straightforward process…. Read More »
Are You Getting a Divorce in Florida? Six Questions You Must Ask Yourself
The process of getting a divorce in Florida can be frustrating, confusing, stressful and fraught with emotions. Our team wants to help you through this difficult time and ensure that you are adequately prepared for all of the challenges that you might face. To get you started, we have put together a list of… Read More »
Should I Sign the Prenuptial Agreement?
Let’s face it: Prenuptial agreements are not the height of romance. Indeed, even considering one can be an uncomfortable subject for many couples. That being said, these agreements are still extremely important. For some couples, a prenuptial agreement is simply a smart option. Though, no one in Central Florida should ever sign such an… Read More »
Five Factors That Can Affect an Alimony Award in Florida
Following the end of a marriage, one spouse may be obligated to pay the other alimony. Under Florida law, alimony is gender neutral, meaning either a husband or wife may potentially receive alimony. The amount and duration of any legally mandated alimony will always depend on the specific circumstances of the case in question…. Read More »
What is a Standing Temporary Order?
In the majority of jurisdictions in Florida, courts have implemented a general standing temporary order that is applied to ongoing divorce cases. For example, in Orange County and Osceola County the following Standing Temporary Administrative Order No. 2004-05-03 is used. Certainly divorce is a highly emotional and complicated time in any person’s life. The… Read More »