While many couples in Florida are optimistic that their marriage will be able to stand the test of time, the reality is that not all unions will last. Divorce is a reality that needs to be considered before and during a marriage, making it imperative that partners consider how best to address the possibility of […]
When we discuss child custody laws, we usually talk about them in the context of divorce. However, it’s important to note that child custody laws can apply in cases where the parents were never married. Florida law provides that all parents generally have rights and responsibilities with regard to their children. This means that parents […]
When dividing assets in a divorce, it may look like two assets have the same value. However, once taxes are factored in, the result can be very different. You may have initially paid the same for each asset, but if the asset is subject to penalties, capital gains taxes or income taxes, the true value […]
Child custody is oftentimes the most important legal issue facing divorcing couples. While some parents are fortunate enough to be able to develop a custody and visitation plan that they agree is in the best interests of their child, there are a lot of situations where this simply isn’t possible. Those who fall into the […]
There are times when a St. Petersburg area resident gets a job offer they can’t refuse. But what happens if that job is located in another state? It can be a challenge for a parent to move to another state with their children. A parent who wishes to move a long way away from their […]
For parents in Florida, there is perhaps no legal issue that can cause as much frustration and worry as child custody and visitation disputes. This is understandable, since most parents want what is best for their children. However, the problems arise when parents disagree on what, exactly, is best for their children. So, how can […]
Some married couples decide that one spouse will work full-time outside of the home while the other spouse works-part time or stays home full-time to take care of household. However, if a couple gets a divorce, it can be difficult for the spouse who earns less to maintain the lifestyle they had become accustomed to […]
Beyonce, Heid Klum, Rupert Murdoch – what do they all have in common? Many would say an obscene amount of money, and they would be correct. But these well-known celebrities share something else in common: they all allegedly signed postnuptial agreements with their respective spouses. Postnuptial agreements are a contract that establishes rights to property, […]
For many Florida residents, the family home is one of their biggest assets. The house is also the asset with the most emotional attachment. There are many questions that need to be answered in a divorce and what to do with the family home can be the most contentious. There are common ways a Florida […]
When a custody order is created, it is based on the information available at the time. This includes the income that each parent makes, as well as how much time is spent with each parent. As the years pass, changes in circumstances may occur which warrant a modification of the original custody order. You may […]
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