Divorcing couples in Florida should know that the judge will not necessarily divide everything 50-50 between the soon-to-be exes. Under Florida’s equitable distribution laws, courts are required to divide up any marital property in a ‘fair and equitable’ manner. While...
There are serious financial implications involved in the divorce process. The outcome of your property division could set the stage for your financial wellbeing for years, perhaps even decades to come. That’s why it’s imperative that you do everything you can to make...
Getting divorced is a major step in life. It can be emotionally draining while at the same time reshaping the dynamics of your finances. Divorce can also lead to lingering issues that need revisiting over time, such as child custody and alimony. This isn’t to say that...
Many of our readers in Florida may be unfamiliar with the probate process. In short, it is the legal process of marshaling a person’s assets upon death, and then settling debts, paying taxes and distributing what remains to heirs and beneficiaries. In many cases, the...
A former member of the popular music group Destiny’s Child has filed for divorce from her husband. LeToya Luckett, a member of the Houston-based R&B ensemble from 1993-2000, had married her husband Tommicus Walker in 2017. However, she recently announced on social...
When a marriage is on the rocks, every little thing can lead to confrontations and arguments. And, every argument or confrontation may have those involved thinking that the only option will likely be divorce, in the end. Sometimes, it might be hard to see that your...
When a Florida couple decides to get a divorce, they often have many important things they need to work through. One of the more contentious issues a couple can encounter is property division. How important and valuable property is divided between the couple is one of...
Divorce is not easy for any parent in New Port Richey nor is it easy for any children involved. While parents may hold a lot of resentment towards one another in a high-conflict divorce it is the children who will pay for their parents’ animosity. It is important for...
Child custody determinations are made with the child’s best interests in mind. That means that a court will take a number of factors into consideration before issuing a ruling on child custody and visitation. Each parent’s financial stability and mental health may...
Your pet a treasured member of the family, providing a sense of purpose and unconditional love. So, when pet parents divorce determining what to do with the family pet can be an emotional experience. The following is an overview of how Florida law addresses pet...