Co-parenting: How to Prepare for the School Year

Family Law, Parenting and Divorce

For our children, it may seem as though summer just started. Department stores, television commercials, print advertisements, etc. remind us that the back to school season is on the horizon. Children and parents who are readjusting from a Divorce, may experience more...

Seven Common Terms Used by Central Florida Family Law Attorneys

Family Law

The decision to Divorce often comes with several emotions. When meeting with a Central Florida Family Law Attorney, a potential Client might feel overwhelmed. During the intake process, unfamiliar phrases or legal terms could be brought up. Below is a list of seven...

When Does My Spouse Get Rights to My Property in Marriage?

Family Law

Florida Statute 61.075 controls how the parties’ assets and liabilities are to be distributed.  As previously discussed, the court must first determine which assets and liabilities are classified as “marital” (see previous blog for more information on this topic)....

The Child Abduction Prevention Act: Protecting our Children from the Dangers of Abduction by a Parent

Family Law

Florida Statutes Section 61.45 was recently amended to create the “Child Abduction Prevention Act.”  This Act is beneficial when there is a concern about the risk of removal of a child from the state or country in violation of a parenting plan. This section includes...

Judicial Procedures in Orlando Domestic Violence Injunctions

Family Law

Domestic Violence is often a part of many Family Law cases. Each Domestic Violence situation is unique and must be individually examined by the Court. Prior to a Court making any decisions regarding Injunctions (commonly known as “Restraining Orders”), a Judge must...

Protecting Individuals With Mental and Physical Disabilities in the Family Court System

Family Law

In the family law arena, we often encounter individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The Court has implemented various safeguards for these persons in order to assure that they have fair and equal access to the justice system. For children whose best interest...