With divorce comes change and an upheaval of what was normal, from daily rituals down to the intricate web of connections between family members that form the foundation of their lives. For the children, this much change can be made worse if they have to move out of...
Here’s the most basic point about probate: people usually try to make sure that their estate will avoid it as much as possible. Why? Well, the probate process can oftentimes be expensive and time-consuming, and likely seems like an unnecessary step to most heirs and...
Unless you and your spouse can settle your divorce issues on your own, you’re going to be required to participate in mediation before you can bring your case to court for litigation. This means that you absolutely need to be prepared to negotiate in good faith. That’s...
Divorce can be a confrontational process. Even when the parties to a Florida divorce are able to effectively communicate and agree on divorce-related issues, they may still have differences of opinion on matters related to the division of their property, the custody...
Most residents of the New Port Richey and Tampa area who may be contemplating a divorce have probably heard about the benefits of using mediation to resolve dissolution issues such as property division, child custody and support and spousal support. Unfortunately,...
If couples are going through a divorce and are having difficulty resolving outstanding issues, they may want to consider mediation. Mediation is a process where the parties can discuss their concerns and make decisions about their dispute with a mediator’s help. The...
Divorce and separation can be difficult on Florida families, particularly when children are involved. When two parents share kids and then choose to end their relationship, they can struggle to come up with balanced plans that allow each parent to have meaningful time...
It can take years for a Florida couple to earn and save enough money for a home. As they work and plan for their future, they may build a solid portfolio of investments, both tangible and intangible, in addition to the home where they raise their family. Between their...
When a couple in Florida divorces, one spouse may be required to pay alimony to the other spouse. While not all spouses will qualify for alimony, for those who do qualify there are four types of alimony that may be awarded under Florida law: bridge-the-gap alimony,...
Florida couples going through a divorce are ending their legal relationship with one another, but if they have children, they are never really going to be ending their emotional links with each other. Especially soon after the divorce, children will need stability as...