Be Better Than Unselfish!
In this age of moral relativism, where “tolerance” is the watchword of the day, taking a strong stand has become taboo. But one of the few virtues most people remain willing to endorse (verbally at least!) is unselfishness. If you told Jay Leno’s “man on the street”...
Will I Have to Pay Alimony if I Get Divorced in Florida?
One of the more common questions we receive from clients is: “Will I have to pay alimony if I get divorced?” Unfortunately, that question is not easily answered. Having to pay alimony in Florida depends on several factors unique to your personal divorce case. To help...
What Kind of Family Law Attorney Are You Looking For?
Some people want an experienced, more expensive Family Law Attorney and some people want a newer, less expensive Family Law Attorney. Some people want their attorney to be a “bulldog” and some people want someone who cares about them and their future. Is it possible...
What About a Post-nup Marital Agreement?
Everyone is familiar with at least the general idea of a pre-nuptial agreement—a contract you enter before your marriage that governs what will happen to certain assets and liabilities if things don’t work out. But did you know you can still take advantage of those...
Can’t Afford Your Support Obligation? Don’t Sell a Kidney Just Yet.
“If I don’t have the income, do I have to sell my assets or borrow money to pay my support obligations?” And the answer usually is “No.” Under Florida law, a Court generally cannot require a party to liquidate assets or incur debt to meet his or her support...
The (Veto) Pen Is Mightier!
Thanks to a 24 hour news cycle and the mass communication available via the internet, most of you have been aware of the progress of Senate Bill 718 as it made its way through the Florida legislature. The bill would have ended permanent alimony in Florida and would...
How Much Alimony Can I Receive From My Divorce?
Alimony is one of the most hotly contested issues in a divorce. Some cases can carry on for years because spouses cannot agree on alimony. Under Florida Statute 61.08, the amount of Alimony you can receive from your divorce depends on several factors starting with:...
How Do I Protect My Assets in a Divorce?
Divorce requires a division of assets acquired during the marriage, so you can’t keep every asset you own out of your spouse’s hands. Knowing that, is there any way to protect your assets in Divorce? Obtain a Prenuptial Agreement A prenuptial agreement is an agreement...
Does It Matter if My Spouse Had an Affair in a Florida Divorce?
Most states are “no-fault” Divorce states. This traditional grounds (or reasons) like adultery, cruelty, or abandonment are not required to obtain a divorce. Simply state your reason for divorce and the court will accept it. That doesn’t mean, however that bad...
5 Reasons Why Mediation Is Encouraged During Divorce
Mediation is often underrated compared to Litigation when couples are in the middle of dissolution of marriage. Certainly, there are many situations where pursuing Litigation is necessary. However, if both spouses are hoping to proceed with their case amicably,...