Category Archives: marriage
Does Florida Recognize Common Law Marriages?
While it may seem difficult to envision today, at one time Florida was a vast and rural state. Many people would have a small ceremony to informally recognize their devotion to each other, but would never officially marry. At the time, these relationships were known as common law marriages. A common law marriage was… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce in Florida
When you got married, you never expected it to end in divorce. Now that you have accepted the fact that your marriage is over, you may not know what to expect and you likely have many questions. Family members and friends who have been through the process may provide well-intentioned advice, but truthfully, that… Read More »
Supreme Court Rules States Cannot Ban Same-Sex Marriage: Obergefell v. Hodges
In a 5-4 ruling on June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court held that same-sex couples can marry nationwide. Specifically, the Court ruled that the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution requires the states to license a marriage between two people of the same sex and recognize a marriage between two people of the… 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 »
