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WHAT THE “A”!

May 8, 2020/in Firm News, Prenuptial Agreements/by

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 the recent case of Famigilo v. Famiglio, […]

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Attorney’s Fees in Divorce

May 8, 2020/in Divorce, Firm News/by

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 Statutes. Essentially it says that the party with the […]

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What are the considerations in a gray divorce?

April 20, 2020/in Divorce, Firm News/by

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 be significant assets   By the time you are in your later years, […]

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What is collaborative divorce?

April 13, 2020/in Divorce, Firm News/by

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 process of divorce itself can also be extremely expensive.Depending on the assets […]

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Should you establish paternity?

April 2, 2020/in Divorce, Firm News/by

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 more complex. You must sign paperwork and jump through […]

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Traditional or collaborative divorce: What is right for me?

March 19, 2020/in Divorce, Family and Collaborative Law/by

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 you decide what method will suit you best. Once you […]

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Tackling the co-parenting challenge

March 10, 2020/in Firm News/by

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 practical parenting plan, even if the split is amicable, is daunting. Here are […]

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Why should you refrain from a custody battle?

February 27, 2020/in Firm News/by

When a marriage deteriorates, it can be messy. Divorces can be volatile, messy and emotionally charged. This is an added complication when children are involved. It is easy for parents to think about their relationship and feelings towards the other parent, rather than the truth of the relationship between the other parent and child. Many […]

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Selling or keeping your house in a divorce

February 10, 2020/in Firm News/by

For divorcing homeowners, the decision about whether to sell a home or to have one spouse keep the house after the divorce must be made. This is no easy decision. People understandably have strong emotional ties to their family homes, but the fact remains that a house is often a couple’s most significant financial investment. […]

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Determining child custody and visitation

February 3, 2020/in Firm News/by

Making decisions regarding children during a divorce is a difficult process. The good news is that the court always puts the best interest of the child first. There are a lot of things to decide on who gets the primary custody, how much visitation the other parent has, and whether the parents can share custody.  […]

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