How Domestic Violence Impacts Child Custody
Domestic violence in Florida is defined as assault, battery, sexual abuse, stalking, kidnapping, or any other criminal offense by one household or family member to another that causes injury or death. While judges make custody decisions with the presumption that both parents should share custody, they will make other arrangements if that is not in […]
Dividing Property After a Divorce in Florida
Dividing property in a divorce can be a tricky and stressful process, especially when the couple has been married for a long time. In the state of Florida there are several factors that are considered while deciding how to divined property in the fairest way. Florida law requires judges to divide property as equally as […]
Determining the Best Interests of the Child in Florida
A divorce can be extremely stressful on children. Divorce courts in Florida take this into consideration in every case, leading them to consider what is in the best interest of the child in their custody decisions. There are several factors that go into determining the best interest of the child and this article will cover […]
Back to Basics: Florida Divorce FAQs
Divorce can be a daunting process. With as much stress that accompanies it, it is important to know all the basics of getting a divorce in Florida. Here we will answer the most common questions those going through a divorce have. How long does a divorce take in Florida? The time it takes for a […]
Reform Law for Fairness in Divorce
It’s not uncommon for a divorce to be messy when it comes to disagreements about alimony, child custody and child support. The Florida Legislature has been working on divorce law reforms in hopes of making divorce more fair and less difficult on families. Changes to alimony and custody are framing the way to a fair […]
Consequences of Hiding Assets in a Divorce
If you are going through a divorce, you may be tempted to obscure some of your assets from the divorce proceedings. But we are here to say that getting caught hiding assets in a divorce proceeding can have drastic effects on the outcome of your case. It is legally required for all divorcing couples to […]
What to Include in a Parenting Plan
If you have gone through a divorce involving children chances are you will be splitting parenting duties with your ex-spouse. It is absolutely vital to establish a good working relationship with your ex and some states even require parents to file a parenting plan with the court as a part of a child custody agreement. […]
Role of Communication Records in Divorce Case
Going through a divorce can be a tough and emotional journey. Outside the emotional toll that it can take on your family, the court proceedings can be exhaustive and draining. You will need to provide ample paperwork concerning your income, shared assets, children and more. One of the things that your attorney may ask you […]
When is Annulment a Viable Option?
If you are looking to get a divorce from your spouse chances are you have seen the term annulment pop-up in your online research. You may be asking yourself, “What is an annulment and is it a viable option for me?”. We have broken down the particulars of a marriage annulment and the times in […]
Is it True You Can File for Divorce Online in Florida?
Can you file for divorce online in Florida? The short answer is yes, but is not as easy as it sounds there are several steps that must be taken to file for the dissolution of marriage in the state of Florida. We’ve outlined how to file your own divorce in Florida below. Divorce in Florida […]