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,...
How to Handle Timesharing With Ease
Once a case is resolved, former spouses have the opportunity to settle into a new routine. For Clients with children, a parenting plan is implemented to outline primary residency, school zoning, expenses and reimbursement expectations, and Timesharing (formerly known...
Is Parallel Parenting Right for You?
In high conflict cases where former spouses struggle to communicate or agree on what is best for their children, co-parenting can seem like a daunting task. The Divorce process is just the beginning. Your marriage may be over, but when you have kids, you will be...
Co-parenting and Child Support: Knowing Your Rights
Being a single parent wasn’t part of the future you envisioned for yourself or for your marriage. Regardless of your differences or imperfections as a couple, both you and your former spouse have an opportunity to be present and positive influences as parents. Outside...
Three Common Challenges Blended Families Face
Many times, when couples are experiencing marriage again after a Divorce, a new spouse isn’t the only addition to the family. Second marriages not only represent a sense of hope, but may also include a season filled with challenges and transition. For newlyweds with...