A Lump Sum Alimony Payment: Is It Right for You?
If you are getting a divorce from a spouse who earns considerably more than you, a judge might order them to pay alimony on a temporary or permanent/indefinite basis. Alimony often Should I Ask to Receive Alimony in a Lump Sum? Before determining whether you wish to receive alimony in the form of a lump...
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Why Is Temporary Alimony A Thing?
One of the most contentious parts of any divorce process tends to be issues surrounding spousal maintenance, commonly called alimony. What many people may not realize is that there are various forms of alimony that the court can assign. At The Law Office Of Gustavo E. Frances, P.A., we understand that this is a hard...
Clearing Up Some Confusion Over Same-Sex Divorce
Going through a divorce is not easy for anyone. The last thing that any couple imagines when they get married is that they will end up separating. However, you may be wondering if there are any special considerations when it comes to same-sex couples who are going through a divorce. Today, we want to take...
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Alimony In Florida Is Complicated
When it comes to divorce, we know that you would rather be going through just about anything else. This is especially the case when it comes to alimony. If you have found yourself in a position where you need an alimony attorney, we are ready to help. At The Law Office Of Gustavo E. Frances, P.A.,...
Top 5 Myths About Divorce
The internet is a beauty and a beast. On the one hand, everything you want to know is in the palm of your hand. You can Google almost anything and you don’t even have to type it out. Nowadays you just have to say “hey, Google” or “Hey, Siri” and your personal AI is there...
3 Tips When Dealing With Alimony
Divorce is a complex situation. First, you and your spouse have to discuss if this the future that you both want. No matter how sure you are of a divorce, it is still an emotional rollercoaster. Each person’s divorce is unique. Even though around 50% of marriages end in a divorce, how your split up...
Understanding Permanent Alimony
Divorce isn’t easy for any couple. Whether you were married for 1 year or 40 years. Divorce may be the right decision, but it almost always hurts. Divorce isn’t as simple as saying goodbye. It is so much more than a break-up. A divorce requires time, emotional decision-making, and a willingness to compromise. Divorces also...
The Longest Divorce Battle Over Alimony
Getting divorced is nothing new. The laws surrounding divorce are pretty consistent too. There may be some changes here and there, but mostly the laws and regulations have stayed the same. So why do you need an attorney by your side? Because even those laws don’t change doesn’t mean that culture or society stays the...
5 Reason To Hire A Divorce Attorney
If you and your loved one are considering divorce then you are not alone. Divorce is pretty common in the United States. It is becoming so common that we see it often portrayed on television and on movies. Divorce does not mean that end, it typically means the beginning of something new. In fact, more...
Getting Permanent Alimony in Florida: Long-Term vs. Short-Term Marriage in Determining the Duration of Spousal Support
As you may or may not know, alimony – which is also commonly referred to as spousal support – can vary in duration, amount, and type. Many of you might think that permanent spousal support is something only a small percentage of spouses can get. In reality, however, getting permanent alimony in Florida is not...
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