Category Archives: Divorce
Do You Need An Aggressive Divorce Lawyer?
Lawyers in all legal areas often refer to themselves as ‘aggressive,’ but is this really a quality you need in your family lawyer? Typically, aggression is defined as rudeness or being obstinate. In legal terms, though, aggression is not defined in the same way. An aggressive lawyer may be the only one who can… Read More »
What To Do If Falsely Accused During Divorce?
Even though Florida is a no-fault divorce state, your spouse may still make certain accusations against you during the process. Your spouse may try to accuse you of having a substance abuse problem, or even domestic violence, in an attempt to obtain a better outcome for themselves. While divorce is always difficult, these false… Read More »
How Are Timeshares Divided During A Florida Divorce?
Under Florida’s equitable distribution laws, marital property is divided fairly, which does not necessarily mean equally, during the divorce process. Marital property includes any assets or debts a couple acquired together during their marriage. Many couples own timeshares together and these properties are also typically considered marital property. Even when the property was obtained… Read More »
What is a Florida Military Divorce?
The decision to divorce is never easy and it may be even more difficult when one or both spouses are members of the military service. Divorce can be stressful and confusing, but it is may be especially complicated for members of the military. There are a number of concerns and considerations that can make… Read More »
What is Marital vs. Separate Property In Florida?
During a divorce, property is divided according to the equitable distribution laws of the state. Under these laws, a couple’s assets are divided fairly, which does not always necessarily mean equally. Only marital property is divided during divorce and while that seems like a fairly straightforward concept, it can quickly become complicated. Below, one… Read More »
How Can You Protect Your Business During Divorce In Florida?
As a business owner, you have spent years building a successful company. If you are getting a divorce, you may think you will lose it and even just the thought is devastating. You are proud of your business, and it provides an income that has supported your family. You likely hope it will continue… Read More »
What are Signs of a Toxic Marriage in Florida?
Some married couples are simply unhappy, or one spouse falls out of love with another. In other instances, though, one spouse is toxic and the other is in a very unhealthy situation. People who have a toxic spouse are always treated unfairly and in some cases, even cruelly. Still, it is not always possible… Read More »
Can I Record My Spouse During A Florida Divorce?
If you are going through contentious divorce proceedings, you may become very frustrated when your spouse acts civilly and politely every time they appear in front of a judge. Once you are outside of the courtroom, though, they may become a completely different person. They may yell at you or even threaten violence. If… Read More »
Will Mediation Work In My Florida Divorce?
If you are thinking about divorcing your spouse, you may envision a long, costly, and stressful courtroom battle. Fortunately, while litigation is sometimes necessary to resolve the terms of divorce, this is not usually the case. Mediation is an option that is becoming more popular today. During mediation, two spouses meet with a third… Read More »
Are Common Law Marriages Legal In Florida?
Families come in many forms today. Some people still choose the traditional route of officially getting married and they perhaps even have children. Some people get married, but they make the decision to remain childless. Others still, decide to live together, but they never have a wedding ceremony or obtain a marriage license. In… Read More »
