Category Archives: LGBT
Important Family Law Resources in Florida
Family law cases deal with issues related to separation and divorce, child custody and support, alimony and property division, paternity, adoption, and more. Experienced family law attorneys can help take you through the legal steps to guide you through family law concerns, but we also work with local agencies and community services to provide… Read More »
Same Sex Marriage Legal in Florida and Carries Implications for Divorce Proceedings
The conservative state of Florida has had a long, sordid history regarding the topic of LGBT rights, but this new year marked the end of Florida’s 38-year struggle for same-sex marriage. Legislation banning same-sex marriage has been in place since 1977, and the passage of Amendment 2 in 2008 codified the ban in Florida’s… Read More »
Adoption Rights for LGBT Couples
Same-sex relationships have significantly altered the practice of family law, and Florida is no exception regarding the significant statewide changes it will endure. While same-sex marriage was only recently recognized throughout the state, same-sex couple adoptions have actually been recognized since 2010. Specifically, a Miami-Dade judge in the 3rd District Court of Appeals found… Read More »
