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5 Things to Consider When Creating a Child Custody Schedule
One of the most important advantages of using mediation or arbitration during divorce is the ability of couples with children to come up with a custody schedule that best suits all of the parties’ needs, as well as their lifestyle. Although a court will still need to approve the agreement before it becomes legally… Read More »
How the Alimony Deduction Could Affect Your Tax Return
Despite major changes made to the federal tax code in 2017, IRS officials estimate that this year’s tax refunds should be in roughly the same amounts as last year and issued by mid-May. There are, however, concerns that many tax refunds will end up being much lower than in prior years and that it… Read More »
Important Issues to Address in Your Parenting Plan
Dividing time between two different households following a divorce can require a significant adjustment for parents, as well as their children. This transition can be made much simpler through the creation of a detailed parenting plan. Although parenting plans can address any number of childcare-related issues, there are a few important matters that should… Read More »
Emergency Custody Petitions
Although they may not be as common as other types of custody arrangements, some Florida families do require the assistance of an attorney when attempting to obtain emergency custody of a couple’s children. There are a number of different terms that can be used to describe the process of obtaining an emergency custody order,… Read More »
Residency Requirements When Filing for Divorce in Florida
In order to file for divorce in Florida, a couple must meet certain residency requirements. Those who fail to fulfill these requirements could end up delaying their divorce indefinitely, so if you and your spouse have decided to legally end your marriage, you should contact an experienced Fort Lauderdale divorce lawyer who can walk… Read More »
How to Spot Hidden Income and Assets
Although many divorcing couples take great care when disclosing their finances to each other, including their assets and income, a surprising number fail to do so, leaving the wronged party with an unfair property settlement agreement or alimony award. Fortunately, it is possible to uncover hidden assets and income before the court finalizes a… Read More »
Minimizing Conflict During Divorce
Ending a marriage is a complex process that also tends to be emotionally draining. Fortunately, it is possible for couples to make the process of legally terminating a marriage much easier by minimizing conflict during the divorce process. To learn more about minimizing conflict during your own divorce, please contact our dedicated Fort Lauderdale… Read More »
Shared Parental Responsibility in Florida
Florida couples who share children and who decide to separate or dissolve their marriages are required to submit a parenting plan to the court before a custody award or divorce will be finalized. Parenting plans govern time-sharing and the division of parental responsibility, two different, but equally important custody matters, as the former refers… Read More »
Tips for Creating a Beneficial Settlement Agreement
Couples who are able to come to out-of-court agreements regarding divorce-related issues, such as property division, alimony, and child custody are often able to avoid the expense and stress that goes along with litigating a divorce. These agreements are known as divorce settlement agreements and can have a lasting impact on a person’s post-divorce… Read More »
How Parenting Plans Can Help Unmarried Parents Resolve Custody-Related Issues
Although most people associate child custody matters with divorce, the reality is that resolving parenting time and parental responsibility-related issues is just as important for parents who have never been married. For help reaching an agreement with your own former partner regarding how parenting time and responsibility for your children will be divided, please… Read More »
