The duration of your marriage is among the factors that matter when deciding if one spouse should provide financial assistance to the other (spousal support) and for how long after a Florida divorce. Longer marriages generally lead to higher and longer-lasting spousal...
Some of the biggest divorce matters for couples are property division and alimony. However, for parents, one of the biggest issues they may face in a divorce is child custody. Parents typically have the right to make a child custody agreement that works for them....
When someone in Florida gets pulled over for driving under the influence, it can have a severe impact on their future. Along with fines and jail time, if convicted, they may lose their driver’s license. This is even more severe for commercial drivers. The loss of a...
If you’re interested in using divorce mediation, one of the keys to success is being able to communicate with your spouse. This can be difficult, especially from an emotional perspective, as the two of you navigate the divorce process. However, mediation requires...
Divorce can be a financially burdensome process. However, for couples seeking to separate with minimal expense, it is possible to divorce “on the cheap,” – relatively speaking – provided that both parties are willing to cooperate and take a streamlined approach to...
Navigating a divorce can be challenging, especially if it involves your child's future. Under Florida law, parenting plans are a requirement for all divorcing parents with minor children. However, it's more than just paperwork – it can be a helpful roadmap for you and...
You and your spouse have a fairly contentious relationship, so you know that you’ve been moving toward divorce for some time. Once one of you eventually files for divorce, your goal becomes simple: You want to get through the process and put it behind you. You just...
There are many different ways for couples to achieve a divorce. Some couples negotiate prenuptial or postnuptial agreements and then defer to the terms of that contract during the divorce. Other couples might decide to attend mediation to settle their disagreements....
If your son or daughter comes to you with an unplanned pregnancy, your window to act is short and closing. Assuming all parties agree that birth is the best option, other decisions must be made. If you are the parent of a minor son who is facing claims that he...
If you are getting divorced, you certainly want to think about the financial impact on your future. This is especially true if this is a gray divorce, meaning that you are over 50 years old. At this age, you’re getting closer to retirement, and you may be concerned...
