Tag Archives: Orlando Divorce Lawyers
My Ex Will Not Stick to the Child Custody Agreement, What Can I Do?
Reaching a child custody agreement can take a considerable amount of time, effort and emotional energy. For parents, there is so much at stake in a child custody or child time sharing dispute. As such, it is easy to understand why parents become extremely frustrated when their ex refuses to abide by the terms… Read More »
How to Prepare for Your Divorce Mediation?
Mediation is a valuable legal tool that can be used to help you get through a divorce. Indeed, many divorcing couples in Florida use mediation to help resolve difficult conflicts. Mediation is used to resolve many legal disputes, including business disagreements, but it can be particularly valuable in family law cases. This is because… Read More »
Four Tips for Talking About Divorce With Your Children
A divorce can have a long-lasting impact on a child. In a divorce is difficult, the negative impacts can show up in many different ways. For example, a 2014 study from the Demographic Research found that divorce can even hurt a child’s educational performance. There is no doubt that divorce can be hard for… Read More »
Are Are You Getting Divorced in Florida? Here are Four Common Mistakes You Need to Avoid
Divorce is relatively common in Florida. In fact, according to data provided by the Census Bureau, Florida’s divorce rate is the 7th highest in the entire country. While there is no doubt that divorce can put immense psychological and financial stress on a family, there are strategies you can use to make the process… Read More »
Getting a Legal Name Change for Your Child in Florida
A lot goes into a name. A child’s first and last name are fundamental markers of their identity. Therefore, it is not surprising that some desperately want to seek a legal name change for their child after family circumstances have changed. In Florida, getting your child’s name changed is not always easy. In fact,… Read More »
Does Adultery Still Matter in a Florida Family Law Case?
Florida has been a ‘no-fault’ divorce state for many decades. Fault was removed as a factor in Florida divorces in 1971. Prior to that year, adultery was one of the grounds for a legal divorce. Nowadays, Florida divorces are generally sought on the grounds that a couple has ‘irreconcilable differences’. In other words, a… Read More »
Divorce Mediation in Central Florida
Mediation is a commonly used form of alternative dispute resolution. While it is used in all types of disputes, it can be especially useful in family law cases. Mediation offers divorcing couples a method through which they can reach a voluntary and mutually agreeable settlement. This can be extremely valuable because it is desirable,… Read More »
Florida Divorce: What is Discovery?
Discovery is a very important part of any legal case, including divorce cases. In order to seek justice, all parties to a divorce are entitled to have access to any relevant evidence. Of course, this can sometimes be difficult as certain types of evidence are solely controlled by one party. For example, in a… Read More »
Can I Get an Annulment Instead of a Divorce in Florida?
In some cases, a couple splitting up in Florida might be able to get an annulment instead of a divorce. However, annulments are only available in very limited circumstances. While most people do have a basic familiarity with the concept of annulments, far fewer have an understanding of how the process actually works. In… 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 »