Grandparents’ Rights in Central Florida: What You Need to Know

Divorce, Family Law

Many grandparents play a vital role in the lives of their grandchildren, offering love, stability, and emotional support. In numerous families, grandparents are a constant presence, helping raise, guide, and care for younger generations. However, when parents...

How to Legally Change Your Name in Central Florida

Family Law

Changing your name is a deeply personal decision that can stem from Marriage, Divorce, Adoption, or simply the desire for a fresh start. While it may seem like a simple process, a legal Name Change in Central Florida involves several important steps and legal...

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...