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One State Shortens Waiting Period For Divorce
One of the biggest fallacies involving the choice to dissolve a marriage is that the decision was an easy one to reach. In reality, by the time one or both Florida spouses decide to file the paperwork, months or even years were spent weighing the options and making the determination to end the marriage. In...
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Millennials Seek Family Law Protections Prior To Getting Married
According to a survey conducted by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, more and more young people are taking a practical approach to matters of marriage and divorce. Respondents reported a marked increase in the number of millennials who are negotiating prenuptial agreements prior to walking down the aisle. That is a family law move...
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How Does Property Division Take Place During Divorce in Florida?
The divorce process can understandably be daunting. Although it can be financially challenging for people at all levels of wealth, it can be especially difficult for those with many assets. A divorce lawyer, however, can lead you through the property division process in Florida, which is considered an equitable distribution state. What is Equitable Distribution?...
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A Pediatrician’s Role in Family Law Cases
When a Florida marriage is headed toward divorce, parents are often concerned over how the change in family status will affect their children. While there is no cut-and-dried solution to ensure that children thrive during and after a divorce, there are multiple approaches that parents can take to help ease the way. A recently published...
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How To Divide Retirement Assets During Divorce
When a marriage comes to an end, many Florida residents turn their attention to dividing their retirement savings. Aside from child custody matters, property division is the most impactful aspect of most divorce cases. Retirement savings can be a critical component within the property division process. Understanding how to properly divide retirement savings can help...
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Don’t Let Dissipation of Assets Impact A Divorce Settlement
Very few Florida spouses spend a considerable amount of time thinking about whether or not their partner has intentionally depleted their shared wealth. In reality, however, this is an issue that arises more often than man people think. Dissipation of assets is a real concern for many, and it is something that spouses should guard...
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Woman Loses Family Law Case Based On Her Chosen Profession
Many parents throughout the state of Florida face challenges to their child custody rights. In most cases, these matters are based on claims that the children are at risk of harm or neglect by remaining in the care of a particular parent. There are some family law cases, however, in which the issue at hand...
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Considering Digital Data in A Florida Divorce
Many Florida readers have been unable to avoid media coverage concerning the FBI’s decision to look into new emails connected to presidential candidate Hillary Clinton. Those emails were discovered as part of an unrelated case involving the husband of one of Clinton’s top aides. The high-profile story serves as a powerful reminder of the role...
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Expenses Child Support Won’t Cover
When a couple with children begins divorce proceedings, child support is one of the main issues on the table. If both parents agree on the amount of support, they can include it in their agreement and get approval from the judge. In other cases, the parents may have to litigate specific provisions. Either way, support...
What To Include in Your Parenting Plan
Getting divorced when you have children can be tough. You do not get to drive off into the sunset and never see each other again. A written parenting plan can reduce the stress of arguments and continuing negotiation by designing a plan for key parenting issues. Some states, including Florida, require submitting a written plan to...
