Author Archives: Jay Butchko
When Can You Get an Annulment in Florida?
People sometimes get married and then regret the decision. When this is the case, they may think they can easily ‘undo’ the marriage simply by getting an annulment. Getting an annulment is much different than getting a divorce though, and while nearly anyone that is married can divorce, the same is not true for… Read More »
What Should You Know About Florida’s Stand Your Ground Law?
Florida is one of many states that has a Stand Your Ground law, and it is always controversial. The law regularly makes news statewide, and throughout the country. The case of Trayvon Martin in 2012 was one of the most well-known cases of when the law was used in Florida. In that story, as… Read More »
How to Get a High Net Worth Divorce?
Divorce is a difficult process for anyone going through it. For affluent couples that have a high net worth, however, the process is much more complicated. High net worth couples often jointly own real estate, businesses, and other assets. A couple may also own trust funds, oil and gas royalties, and executive compensation packages…. Read More »
How Will Adultery Affect a Divorce?
Studies have shown that adultery is the cause of approximately 20 to 40 percent of all divorces in the United States. If you or your spouse has been unfaithful and it has resulted in the end of your marriage, you are likely wondering how the infidelity will affect your divorce proceedings. Florida is a… Read More »
What are Steps to Take After a DUI?
Being charged with a DUI is very scary, and you likely will not know the steps to take going forward with your case. The actions you take after a DUI charge are very important, as they may affect how the rest of your case proceeds. Below are the five most important steps to take… Read More »
What are Risks Doing Your Divorce Yourself?
Anyone that is getting a divorce can hop online these days and find a number of do-it-yourself forms and templates that can help guide them through their case. Seemingly, these websites make it very easy to get a divorce on your own. However, things are rarely as they seem, and that holds true for… Read More »
What is Marital Property in Florida?
Florida is an equitable distribution state when it comes to divorce, which means the assets and liabilities of the couple are divided fairly, although not necessarily equally. One of the key concepts of property division in Florida divorces is that only marital property is divided, so it is important for anyone going through a… Read More »
What Do I Do Before Filing for Divorce?
Facing divorce is similar to facing any other complex problem in your life. You can rush into it and hope that everything will work out in your favor, or you can take the time to fully understand what lies ahead and approach the entire process in a methodical manner. When you enter into a… Read More »
How do Diversion Programs Work in Florida?
Serving jail time can change a person’s life. Not only is it very difficult to serve time, but even afterwards, people often find that it has affected their mental health, relationships with family members, and even their social life. However, not all individuals facing charges will serve jail time. One option to help people… Read More »
What To Do If A Child Custody Dispute?
Child custody disputes are emotional and heart-wrenching for the people going through it. As you argue with your spouse about parenting decisions, scheduling, and more, you will likely feel exhausted and you may not always make the best decisions. Making the wrong choices now though, will hurt you in the future. So, it is… Read More »
