Category Archives: Family
Florida Family Law Case Addresses The Uneven Split Of Marital Assets Due To Husband’s Affair
Florida is considered an equitable distribution state. That means that the marital estate (the assets you hold with your partner) can be divided unevenly. There is, however, a presumption that the marital estate should be divided equally. However, judges, for various reasons, can elect to favor one spouse when dividing the marital estate. The… Read More »
Florida Court Discusses Contempt In Florida Divorce Case
One of the ways that the court can compel an individual to perform a specific task is by holding them in contempt when they don’t. This is especially true when children are involved. Parents, who may not like each other very much, must coordinate with one another for the sake of their children. If… Read More »
Court Discusses Factors Weighed When Awarding Alimony
When deciding to award alimony to one spouse, the Florida courts weigh several factors. These factors can be found under Florida Statutes § 61.08. The court is required to weigh these factors and come to a decision involving whether or not the spouse should receive alimony payments. In the case of Reese v. Reese,… Read More »
How Do Florida Courts Determine Child Custody And Timesharing?
In Florida, when parents separate or divorce, one of the most emotionally charged issues is where the children will live and how much time they will spend with each parent. Florida law no longer uses the terms “custody” or “visitation”. Instead, the courts focus on parental responsibility and time-sharing. The guiding principle is always… Read More »
How Can I Avoid Delays In My Florida Divorce Case?
The truth is: Sometimes you can’t. Unless you’ve filed for a simplified divorce, which not everyone qualifies for, your divorce is likely to take six months or longer. Even when the divorce is uncontested, delays can occur that set you back. Nonetheless, identifying certain factors that cause delays in your Florida divorce case can… Read More »
What’s Included In A Florida Parenting Plan?
If you’re going through a divorce or recently welcomed a baby into the world, then you’re going to need to know something about timesharing and parenting plans. In this article, Tampa, FL, family law attorneys at Faulkner Law Group, PLLC, will discuss the requirements for a timesharing agreement and what important provisions you should… Read More »
Can You Dispute A Prenuptial Agreement In Tampa, Florida?
Prenuptial agreements are those made prior to a marriage that help clarify financial matters between future spouses. They are usually enforceable, even if one party is placed in a bad position because they signed off on one. There are, however, some circumstances in which a prenuptial agreement can be considered void. In this article,… Read More »
When Can I Be Held In Contempt Of Court During A Florida Divorce Proceeding?
Generally speaking, you can be held in contempt of court for failing to comply with a court order handed down by a judge. These could involve issues related to child support, alimony, time-sharing, or the division of marital assets. Contempt can either be a criminal matter, aimed at punishing an individual for failure to… Read More »
How Do The Florida Courts Determine The Child’s Best Interests During A Divorce Case?
When it comes to child custody and time-sharing, the courts will consider the best interests of the child to determine who should have custody and when or if the child should have contact with both parents. In Florida, the courts presume that it is in the child’s best interests to have both parents play… Read More »
What Should I Bring To My Initial Consultation With My Florida Divorce Lawyer?
It can be intimidating to think of all the things you need to do when going through a divorce. For many folks, simply meeting with a divorce lawyer is enough to raise alarms. You will likely have numerous questions. You may not even know where to begin. For your initial consultation, you likely won’t… Read More »
