Category Archives: Divorce
Does it Matter that My Spouse was Unfaithful?
Many divorces in Florida may stem from suspicions, allegations, or even open admissions of infidelity on the part of one or both spouses. Such adultery may very likely and understandably incite strong feelings of anger, betrayal, and other hurtful emotions. Victims of adultery may further wish to hold their spouse accountable for their actions… Read More »
What Happens when a Divorcing Couple Owns a Business?
When a couple divorces, Florida law requires that all of their marital property is divided equitably between them. Some types of assets and property are easier to divide than others. For example, liquid assets in bank accounts may simply be split between the spouses. However, other marital property, such as the family home, furniture,… Read More »
Social Media May Impact the Disposition of Your Florida Divorce
Marital issues or conflict can be emotionally troubling, and sometimes people tend to act out of character when having issues with their spouse or significant other. Individuals may engage in behavior in which they normally do not, such as going out with friends to bars or nightclubs or spending money irresponsibly. Often, these and… Read More »
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 »
Don’t Believe the Hype: Collaborative Law Is Not Without Disadvantages
Collaborative law is an alternate form of dispute resolution in the family law context. While proponents contend that collaborative law is both less expensive and more effective than traditional, adversarial law, it can actually drag out disputes in matters of divorce and child custody, thereby increasing costs. The Facts About Collaborative Law The first… 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 »
Is an Income Deduction Order transferable to another employer?
Question from AVVO.com: She quit her last job as a paralegal for a personal injury lawyer to get out of the Income Withholding order. The income withholding order was just done couple months ago with the employers name on it. Can I send that to the new employer even if there name is not… Read More »
What if a house that my wife and I own is not included in the divorce?
When people are married and they purchase a house together, the house is automatically titled as tenants in the entirety, which means that each party owns the entire house and this is referred to as an undivided interest in the property. Both have the right to occupy it and use the property and they each… Read More »
Question: Is it premarital property?
QUESTION: I bought my house 5 mos before I got married, now 18 years later I want to get a divorce, is my husband entitled to 1/2 of house -the house is payed for, and I am divorcing him because he is an alcoholic and spends all his money on drinking – I always… Read More »
The Divorce Process in a Nutshell
The length and what is involved in the divorce process depends upon the parties involved. Furthermore, if you or your husband or wife is in the military, there may be issues involved such as military retirement, special residency requirements, requirements of service on an active duty spouse. There are those who can agree on a settlement of… Read More »
