Tag Archives: Tampa Family Attorneys
Collaboration vs. Collaborative Divorce In Florida – What Are The Differences?
In Florida, there are many ways to get divorced. Many people envision a long and bitter courtroom battle. Fortunately, only the minority of divorces end in litigation. Negotiation, mediation, and collaborative law are alternatives to litigation that can result in a process that is faster, cheaper, and less stressful for everyone involved. Couples who… Read More »
How Can I Find the Right Florida Family Law Attorney?
When going through any family law issue, it is critical that you seek legal advice from a Tampa family attorney. A lawyer can advise you of your legal rights and obligations throughout the process and help you receive the fair settlement you deserve. Not all attorneys are created equally, though, nor do they all… Read More »
What Are Signs a Florida Marriage May Be Over?
If you and your spouse have started to argue constantly, give each other the silent treatment, or have shown other signs that you may have fallen out of love, you may wonder if it is time for divorce. On the other hand, you may also wonder if it worthwhile to try and save your… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Time-Sharing In Florida
While the term ‘child custody’ is used in many other states, Florida law refers to these matters as parental responsibility and time-sharing. The change in the law was made to reflect the fact that both parents have an equal right to spend time with their children and that neither should only have ‘visitation’ rights…. Read More »
What Should Be Included In A Parenting Plan in Tampa, Florida?
Any divorce case in Florida that involves children will require a parenting plan. Parents can agree to and create a plan on their own but if they cannot, the court will determine a parenting plan. It is not always easy for parents to create a parenting plan on their own. The court places certain… Read More »
When do Courts Award Sole Custody?
The default for divorced parents in Florida, and most other states, is that parenting time, formerly referred to broadly as custody, will be shared. While the ideal is that the child spends roughly equal amounts of time with each parent, typically one parent will have primary responsibility for childcare, with the other parent taking… Read More »
Drawn Out Divorce Case Illustrates Importance of Prenuptial Agreements
When a couple is in the throes of celebrating an engagement and planning a wedding, thoughts about the possibility of divorce are the farthest thing from their minds. Consequently, many couples skip the talk about the benefits of a prenuptial agreement, and assume that everything will work out. Sidestepping this issue when young is… Read More »
Can You Undo a Divorce Decree?
Deciding to get divorced usually comes after much deliberation and numerous attempts to save the marriage. Once the decision is made, however, the parties are typically firm in their position that the marriage cannot continue. Nevertheless, there are instances where a couple later determines they want to attempt reconciliation instead of divorce. While this… Read More »
Key Terms Everyone Getting Divorced Should Know
Making the decision to divorce a spouse is one of the largest, hardest, and most far-reaching acts a person can make in their life. The impact of divorce goes far beyond the couple, especially if they have children, and extends to family and friends who may feel compelled to choose between the two parties…. Read More »
Divorce and Mediation
Given the emotional, financial and legal upheaval divorce creates for most couples, it is easy to understand why divorcing spouses have trouble seeing issues eye-to-eye. Typically, a person’s entire world changes in the wake of divorce, and seeing the other spouse as the source of this conflict certainly makes it challenging to find places… Read More »
