Tag Archives: Tampa Family Lawyers
Three Common Issues Florida Stepparents Face
Divorce affects families of all types. There are times when a stepparent has legally adopted a child and they then eventually end their relationship with the biological parent. It’s tough to end a marriage, but it can be even tougher when there are stepchildren and stepparents in the mix.. Below, our Tampa stepparent adoption… Read More »
Do You Have to Go to Court to Modify a Florida Child Custody Order?
If you are a parent in Tampa and need to modify an existing child custody order from a previous divorce or paternity dispute, you may wonder if you have to go through the court. Unfortunately, it is not possible to modify any existing court order without going through the court. A judge must approve,… 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 »
Why Do So Many People In Florida Divorce In January?
It is a sad fact that January is often referred to as “divorce month” in the legal community. Truthfully, the family courts do generally receive more divorce petitions during the month of January, and this month in particular is a very busy time for divorce attorneys. If you are currently thinking about ending your… Read More »
What Should You Include In a Florida Child Parenting Plan?
Creating a parenting plan is an important task after any divorce or other matter that involves children. Your plan will outline how you will co-parent with your former spouse, handle parenting issues, and continue to raise your children in the future. When a parenting plan is well-written, it can make co-parenting easier because it… Read More »
Why Draft A Prenup Before You Get Married In Florida?
Prenuptial agreements, also called premarital agreements, are legal documents that outline how assets are going to be divided in case the couple gets divorced. Historically, these agreements have been referred to as killers of romance, but that is not the case today. Many people are starting to realize the many benefits of prenuptial agreements… Read More »
What Is Average Child Support In Florida?
All parents in Florida are required to financially support their children until they are no longer minors. In general this is when the child turns 18 or graduates from high school if before the age of 19, whichever is later. After or during a divorce, a judge may order one parent to pay child… Read More »
How Long Do You Have To Be Married In Florida To Get Half?
It is a common misconception that when a couple gets a divorce, they will each get half of everything. This is true in community property states, which recognize that each spouse should receive 50 percent of marital property. However, Florida is governed by equitable distribution law. Under this law, marital property is divided fairly,… Read More »
How To Deal With Cryptocurrency In Your Divorce?
Cryptocurrency is no longer considered fringe technology. It is a real asset that is being used by banks, corporations, investors, and more. If you or your spouse has cryptocurrency, it is important to know how these assets will be handled during a divorce. Some spouses may have purchased and invested with cryptocurrency during the… Read More »
Waiving Spousal Rights in Prenuptial or Other Marriage Agreements
People primarily get married for the love and compatibility they see in and feel for another person. However, there are a number of legal and practical rights and benefits spouses assume upon marriage. Some of the most valuable of these rights are not triggered until the spouses divorce or one dies, but the property… Read More »
