For years I have told potential clients “Whether you are not sure about getting divorced or you are the one absolutely sure it is necessary, get as much therapy as possible, especially if the other spouse will attend.” I am a firm believer that it is human nature to...
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Premarital Agreements (Prenup)
In Florida, Florida Statute 61.079 controls what most people call a prenuptial agreement or prenup. However substantial case law also controls some issues. If the prenup is signed by both parties then the Court looks to whether it is enforceable or not. The Statute...
Attorney’s Fees in Divorce
I just returned from two days of Family Law seminar by myriad speakers in Orlando. Some good thoughts ere given on multiple subjects. One of those subjects is attorney’s fees in family law litigation. The standard Rule is found codified in F.S. 61.13 of the Florida...
WHAT THE “A”!
You may say WTF and this is a case that highlights why words, no matter how small, mean so much in the law. Clients sometimes ask why prenuptial agreements cost so much. Well, here is a case that highlights the pitfalls of drafting these very dangerous documents. In...
Tips to Save Money with Divorce
All clients want to know how to save money! Heck, I want to save when I buy something, without being stupid about it. First if there are no children and you have agreed on everything, then you can do it by Simplified Divorce. The Clerk has the forms in a packet that...
What is collaborative divorce?
When people think about the expenses associated with divorce, often their mind will skip to the expenses that happen after the filing of the paperwork. For instance, child support costs and alimony payments are well-known. However, it is important to remember that the...
What are the considerations in a gray divorce?
Gray divorce is the term used for the dissolution of a long-term marriage between older people. This phenomenon has been occurring with greater frequency in recent years. According to Forbes, here are some things for you to consider about a gray divorce. There can...
Should you establish paternity?
Fathers in Florida must consider matters of paternity when your child is born. Married fathers have an easier time. The state considers them the father of the child. All they need to do is sign the birth certificate. For unmarried fathers, the process is a little...
Traditional or collaborative divorce: What is right for me?
Divorce can be a stressful and lengthy process, no matter what kind of divorce you go through. Choosing the right type for you will depend heavily on your current relationship with your spouse. Understanding two of the most common types of divorce will ultimately help...
Tackling the co-parenting challenge
Parenting is full of decisions large and small, from selecting a Florida pediatrician to enforcing a consistent bedtime schedule. Making these decisions as a happily married couple is challenging, and even more so if you are going through a divorce. Developing a...