Recent Blog Posts
Navigating Child Custody and Quarantines
The aftermath of divorce is always difficult, but the coronavirus is making it even more so. People are expected to distance themselves socially, while others are in quarantine either recovering from the virus, or hoping they do not become sick after coming into contact with someone that has tested positive for the illness. These… Read More »
Using a Postnuptial Agreement as a Substitute for Legal Separation
Legal separation has many benefits. It allows individuals that are considering divorce to live apart for some time while they consider if divorcing is really the best option. It also allows people that cannot divorce due to religious or other reasons to live like they are divorced without making it official. Unfortunately, Florida does… Read More »
Six Things You Must Do Before You File for Divorce
Filing for divorce is much more than simply filing a complaint with the court. Before filing for divorce, it is important that the spouse filing takes certain steps before the courts are even made aware of the divorce. The six steps below will ensure that a divorce proceeds as smoothly as possible, and that… Read More »
How to Deal With an Unreasonable Co-Parent After Divorce
Divorce is always an extremely difficult thing to go through. When children are involved, it can make it even harder. Unfortunately, the effects of a divorce are often felt even long after the divorce is over. This is sometimes the case when the former spouses are trying to co-parent with each other and one… Read More »
What are Benefits of a Guardian Ad Litem in Your Divorce?
There are many people involved in a single divorce case. These include the two spouses of course, their attorneys, a possible mediator, judge, and potentially a guardian ad litem (GAL). Divorcing couples typically understand most of these terms, but the possibility of enlisting the help of a GAL is often a new concept. A… Read More »
What are the Elements of Robbery in Florida?
In Florida, robbery is a type of theft crime, but there are elements of it that differentiate it from other types of theft. In Florida, robbery is defined as using force to take property from another person. Robbery does not always include the use of force. Even the threat of force is enough to… Read More »
What are 4 Benefits of a Premarital Agreement?
When a person is about to get married and hears the words ‘premarital agreement,’ it often strikes fear in their hearts. However, they should not. There are many benefits that come with premarital agreements, and these extend to both spouses. Below are just four of the main advantages that anyone about to get married… Read More »
How do You Reverse an Adoption in Florida?
Most of the time, adoption is a joyous experience for the entire family. The family welcomes the child with open arms and in ideal circumstances, that family is a unit for the rest of their lives. Unfortunately, sometimes adoptions must be reversed. A birth parent may change their mind and not want the adoption… Read More »
Is it a Crime/Fraud to Create a Fake GoFundMe Account?
The Internet has allowed people from all over the world to reach out to each other and has created opportunities that once seemed impossible. One of these that has become incredibly popular today are crowdfunding websites, such as GoFundMe. Crowdfunding sites allow people to create a campaign and collect donations from anyone that wants… Read More »
How Do I Establish Paternity in Florida?
Paternity in Florida is becoming a bigger issue, as more and more couples decide to start a relationship, perhaps even live together, and have a child. Although this situation works for many, from a legal standpoint it can bring some complications. This is particularly true if the two people ever break up. In this… Read More »
