Category Archives: Alimony
What Factors does a Court Consider when Awarding Florida Alimony?
The end of a marriage can be a trying time, both emotionally and financially. For many people, fundamental aspects of their daily life will change dramatically, including where they live, how often they see their children, their day-to-day routine, and even whether or not they have a job. In some cases, one of the… Read More »
Use of Annuities to Improve How Alimony Works
All Family Law Group, P.A., is collaborating with The Planning Partners* to help our divorcing clients to improve their chances for an alimony settlement beneficial to both parties. Annuity contracts can provide a combination of either more benefits for the same money or at less cost for the same benefits and they can deal… Read More »
UPDATE: Alimony Reform 2013
On May 3rd, the 2013 Legislative Session ended without any reform to alimony laws. Governor Rick Scott vetoed SB718 and announced his decision in a letter dated May 1, 2013, to the Senate President, Don Gaetz. In the letter, Governor Scott concluded that “I cannot support this legislation because it applies retroactively and thus… Read More »
Proposed Alimony Reform 2013
Alimony Reform Bill, SB 718 was passed 29 to 11 by the Florida Senate on April 4, 2013. It will move to the House and if passed, it will likely be signed into law by the Governor. What follows is a summary of the present law enacted in 2010 and highlights of the changes proposed in the… Read More »
Economics of Growth: More Revenue and Less Non-Revenue Producing Expenses = Profit
The following article was written last year; however, it is applicable now. In my opinion, Jerry Reiss has a brilliant mind and a complete grasp of economics. JERRY REISS, A.S.A. ENROLLED ACTUARY 230 N. Orange Avenue, Ste 1112 Orlando, FL 33801 Phone: 321) 251-8205 Fax: (407) 871-7774 jerryreissasa@aol.com Vol. 10 No. 3 July 21,… Read More »
Alimony Revision in Florida Effective July 1, 2010 – Part 2
The new alimony law requires a finding that there is a need for the alimony, otherwise known as support or maintenance, and that the other party has the ability to pay. Once this is determined, then the court will look at the following factors to determine the type and amount of alimony to award… Read More »
Alimony Revision in Florida Effective July 1, 2010 – Part 1
Effective July, 1, 2010, the Florida Statutes regarding alimony have been revised substantially. Officially, the types of alimony have been committed to statute: bridge the gap, rehabilitative, durational, permanent or any combination of these forms. In addition, it is clarified that adultery of either party and the circumstances thereof can be considered by the… Read More »
