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How to Make the Most of Temporary Alimony

By Vanessa Prieto |

In cases of divorce where one of the spouses makes significantly more than the other, the court may elect to order alimony on a temporary or permanent basis. While ongoing payments are becoming a thing of the past and generally reserved for couples who are leaving long-term marriages, your situation may entitle you to… Read More »

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How Spousal Support Can Help You Financially Recover After a Divorce

By Vanessa Prieto |

Recovery from divorce can be challenging both emotionally and financially. Particularly if you make less money than your spouse or have been out of the workforce for years, it can be difficult to adjust to being the sole wage earner. In some cases, alimony can provide the financial relief you need to get through… Read More »

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Choosing Whether to Seek Alimony in Your Divorce Case

By Vanessa Prieto |

Recovering financially after a divorce can be a challenge. After years of relying on your partner’s financial contributions, you may find yourself falling short in terms of the total amount of income needed to support the type of lifestyle you were accustomed to during your marriage. In addition, the amount of property you own,… Read More »

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Including Life Insurance In Alimony and Child Support Agreements

By Vanessa Prieto |

Alimony and child support are often key issues in Florida divorce proceedings. Depending on the amount of time you have been married, the number of children you have, and the financial resources of each partner, payments made through your divorce agreement can go along way to providing financial security and ensuring child will be… Read More »

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Making The Case For Alimony

By Vanessa Prieto |

Going through a divorce requires you to change and grow in ways you may not always be prepared for. If you have spent part of your marriage as a stay-at-home parent or let your own career stagnate in favor of supporting your spouse’s goals, you likely have concerns about your ability to make a… Read More »

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How Alimony Can Help You Recover Financially From A Divorce

By Vanessa Prieto |

It can be challenging making ends meet on two incomes, let alone one today. If you are going through a separation or are considering filing for divorce, you may have serious concerns about your financial security, yet feel reluctant to pursue alimony or accept financial support from your spouse. Unfortunately, if you have taken… Read More »

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Controversial Alimony and Child Support Proposal Heads to Governor for Approval

By Vanessa Prieto |

Three years, ago, Governor Rick Scott vetoed the Florida Legislature’s previous attempt to revamp Florida’s divorce law with respect to the calculation and duration of alimony. Last year, a similar measure failed to make it out of the Legislature due to a dispute between GOP lawmakers about the proposed time-sharing provision. Now, the Legislature… Read More »

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Alimony Reform Advocates Head to Legislature Again

By Vanessa Prieto |

According to a recent Sarasota Herald-Tribune article, Florida alimony reform proponents are focused on returning to the legislature for another shot at passing an alimony reform bill. Florida lawmakers last passed an alimony reform bill in 2013, but Governor Rick Scott vetoed the bill, citing concerns about the proposed retroactivity of its provisions. Nonetheless,… Read More »

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Issues for Baby Boomers Facing Divorce

By Vanessa Prieto |

When older Americans are seeking a divorce, they may think that their issues are relatively simple, since their children are likely to be grown and out of the house, which alleviates the need for the divorce to address issues like child custody, visitation, and support. However, these parties are more likely to own significant… Read More »

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Bill Seeks to Amend Florida Law on Alimony and Custody

By Vanessa Prieto |

For the third time since 2013, Florida State Senator Tom Lee has introduced a bill that would significantly overhaul Florida law with respect to alimony, custody, and divorces. SB 250 is a 41-page bill that impact many different areas of Florida family law, including the following: – Requiring divorce judges to justify the relevant… Read More »

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