Category Archives: Family
What Needs To Be In Your Parenting Plan During Your Florida Divorce?
In Florida, custody agreements are known as parenting plans. Parenting plans are required in divorces in which the spouses have children. These plans determine the rights and responsibilities of each parent toward the child. To be valid, a parenting plan must demonstrate that it has the best interests of the children at heart. For… Read More »
Contested Versus Uncontested Divorce In Florida
You’ve probably heard of an uncontested divorce. An uncontested divorce is one in which the parties have agreed on all major issues related to the divorce. These include matters such as property division, alimony, child custody, and child support. If the former couple can draft an agreement that manages to handle all of these… Read More »
How Are Pensions Divided In A Florida Divorce?
Unless you signed a prenuptial agreement that specifies that your retirement accounts and pensions are your separate property, then anything you earned during the marriage (including pensions) is considered part of the marital estate. This means that they are subject to equitable distribution during your divorce. In other words, your spouse could be entitled… Read More »
The Impact Of Verbal Abuse On A Florida Divorce
While verbal abuse doesn’t leave physical scars or require trips to the hospital, it can have a profound impact on the emotional stability of an individual within a marriage. Examples of verbal abuse include belittling, humiliation, derogatory comments, yelling, manipulation, and intimidation. It can manifest in forms such as name-calling, constant criticism, and threats…. Read More »
Should I Shut Down My Social Media Accounts During My Family Law Case?
Family law attorneys like to control every variable when it comes to representing our clients. In cases where we have a client who is active on social media, we often caution our clients concerning what they should and should not post. In many cases, a client can post something or have a picture posted… Read More »
Can I Modify My Child Support Payments In Florida?
Yes, the Florida courts allow parents to modify their child support obligations. Generally speaking, child support obligations are determined by the income of both parents, the needs of the child, and how much time the child spends with each parent (the time-sharing agreement). When circumstances change, the parent is allowed to petition the court… Read More »
Allegations Of Alcohol And Drug Abuse In A Florida Divorce Case
Florida recently changed its rules regarding custody and time sharing arrangements. Parents are now allotted 50/50 time-sharing arrangements ordered by the courts. Florida also uses “the best interest of the child standard” to deviate from the default presumption when it is appropriate. If one parent is determined to be unfit, they may be awarded… Read More »
Am I Responsible For My Spouse’s Student Loan Debt If We Divorce?
To successfully answer this question, you have to understand the concept of the marital estate. The marital estate is what’s divided during a Florida divorce. The marital estate begins accruing property the moment you get married and ends when you file your divorce petition. If the student loans were accrued during the marriage, that… Read More »
How Does Military Divorce Differ From Civilian Divorce In Florida?
Are you or your spouse a member of the U.S. military? Are you seeking a divorce in Florida? If so, you need an attorney who specializes in military divorce. While civilian divorces can often be complicated, military divorces can be governed by state, federal, and even international laws that require a specialized knowledge of… Read More »
Husband Seeks To Eliminate Permanent Alimony Paid To Wife
In 2023, the Florida legislature did away with permanent alimony for spouses. No longer can you petition the court for permanent alimony. There are other forms of alimony available under the law, but they only last for a set period of time depending on the length of the marriage. In Florida, there is no… Read More »
