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What Does Florida Child Support Cover?
Child support is a very important part of family law that helps ensure that children receive the financial support they need to lead healthy lives. In most cases, it is the noncustodial parent who is required to make these monthly monetary contributions. These payments cover a wide range of costs, including everything from housing… Read More »

Business Valuation In Divorce
Dividing assets often proves to be one of the most difficult aspects of divorce. The situation can become even more complex when one of the assets that a couple owns is a business. In these cases, a business valuation will play a crucial role in helping the parties reach a fair agreement on how… Read More »

What Is A Postnuptial Agreement?
A postnuptial agreement is similar to a prenuptial contract, except that (as the name suggests), postnups are legally binding contracts that couples enter into after a marriage has already taken place. These agreements can be used to determine how a couple’s assets and debts will be divided in the event of divorce, but can… Read More »

What Are Custody Evaluations?
Child custody evaluations are ordered in Florida family law cases where two parents are unable to reach a custody arrangement, with one parent claiming that the other is an unfit parent. In these situations, a judge has discretion to order an evaluation, where a licensed professional will help determine what kind of custody arrangement… Read More »

Makeup Parenting Time Awards
In Florida, child custody is divided into two main categories: time-sharing and parental responsibility. The former refers to how much time a child spends with each parent, while the latter addresses how parents will share responsibility for making decisions on the child’s behalf. Once a court finalizes a divorce, the parenting plan put in… Read More »

Can I Be Held Responsible For A Former Spouse’s Student Debt?
One of the most common questions we hear from divorcing couples is whether both parties will be held equally responsible for paying off one person’s student debt once the divorce has been finalized. The answer to this question will vary depending on the specific circumstances of a couple’s case. In some instances, both parties… Read More »

Supporting A Loved One Who Is Going Through A Divorce
Divorce can be a challenging experience, not only for the parties involved, but also for their loved ones. If you have a friend or relative who is going through a divorce, it is important to offer them support. We’ve included a few tips on how to help your own loved one navigate the transition… Read More »

Tips For Helping Your Child Make A Smooth Transition To The Classroom
The end of the summer vacation can be stressful, especially for parents who no longer live in the same household, but must work with a time-sharing schedule. Fortunately, there are steps that co-parents can take to help them navigate the back-to-school season more easily, while still focusing on what is best for their children…. Read More »

Changing Your Name After Divorce
Going through a divorce can be challenging, so it’s not uncommon for the parties involved to feel as though they are responsible for making an endless series of decisions. Amidst all this turmoil, changing one’s name can feel like just another task to be accomplished. The reality, however, is that changing one’s name can… Read More »

How A Health Condition Could Affect Your Florida Divorce
There are a lot of different factors that affect the outcome of a divorce. A couple’s willingness to negotiate, for example, or how amicable their relationship is, will play a big part in whether a divorce can be resolved outside of court or will require the intervention of a judge. Another thing that many… Read More »