Monthly Archives: January 2022
The Benefits Of An Uncontested Divorce
When they think about divorce, many people envision a long, drawn-out courtroom battle, in which both parties are bitter adversaries. While some divorces are contested, emotional, and time-consuming, this is not the only option for divorcing couples. Instead, many people choose to pursue an uncontested divorce, in which both parties agree to the terms… Read More »
What Happens To The Family Pet In A Florida Divorce?
While our pets can feel like a part of the family sometimes, Florida law still considers them to be property. This can have important repercussions during divorce, where one party may be granted sole ownership of the animal. Fortunately, it is possible to enter into other types of agreements with your spouse, in which… Read More »
Avoiding Fights Over Property Division During Divorce
Whatever led to the breakdown of your marriage, the reality is that getting a divorce will change your life in drastic ways. Issues surrounding property division can cause the greatest amount of stress, as how they are resolved can have a significant impact on a person’s financial status upon divorce. Fortunately, there are things… Read More »
How Your Children Could Benefit From Co-Parenting
Even after a couple divorces, it is possible for them to continue to successfully co-parent a child together. Doing so will require the creation of a detailed and clear parenting plan, as well as dedication on the parts of both parents, but when successful, can have positive repercussions for the parties’ children for years… Read More »
What Evidence Will I Need For My Divorce?
Couples who decide to end their marriages must contend with a host of issues before their union can be legally dissolved. The parties will, for instance, need to decide how marital assets will be divided, whether one of the spouses is entitled to alimony, and if the two share children, how they will divide… Read More »
Involuntary Paternity Determinations
When a married woman gives birth to a child, it is presumed, for legal purposes, that her husband is the child’s father. The issue of paternity becomes more complicated, however, for parents who are unmarried. In these cases, it may be necessary to go through the courts to establish paternity, often against the putative… Read More »
Will The Duration Of My Marriage Affect The Outcome Of My Divorce?
There are a number of factors that courts take into account when making important divorce-related determinations, like whether one party will be required to pay alimony, how child custody will be shared, and property division. One of the most critical factors, however, especially in regards to decisions about alimony, is the length of a… Read More »
Standard Parenting Plans
Co-parenting often proves to be a challenge for divorcing parents, with many couples disagreeing on issues related to custody and child support. However, a couple won’t be able to finalize their divorce until these issues have been resolved through the drafting of a parenting plan. While Florida family law courts do provide parents with… Read More »
