Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Getting A Restraining Order When Going Through A Divorce
Domestic violence is an unfortunately common problem, impacting both men and women. Even if your partner has not previously acted violent, threatening, or aggressive towards you, there is the chance that this kind of behavior could arise once you become separated or begin the process of filing for divorce. If you have received threats… Read More »
Eight Issues That Can Impact Your Parenting Plans and Timesharing Arrangements
Children generally benefit by having both parents actively involved in their day to day lives, but working out these arrangements can be difficult for parents who are separated or divorced. When it comes to implementing parenting plans and timesharing arrangements, issues can arise that require legal intervention. Parenting plan modifications often require a return… Read More »
Telling People About Your Divorce
Going through the breakup of a marriage is one of the most stressful times in a person’s life. Separation and divorce often changes the dynamic in relationships with family and friends, and it is natural to feel anxious about letting others know what is happening in your life. While making the decision about how… Read More »
How A Parenting Coordinator Can Help Resolve Issues In Your Parenting Plan
When parents are unmarried or go through a divorce, dealing with issues pertaining to children can be particularly contentious. Through the Florida court system, parenting and timesharing plans are developed which require both parties to put aside their differences and work together to ensure the best interests of their child are served. Unfortunately, complying… Read More »
Divorce Mediation
Even in an otherwise amicable and uncomplicated divorce, there are numerous issues that may arise which can be difficult to resolve, delaying you from having your divorce finalized in a timely manner. While a hearing before a judge may seem like the only way to resolve your divorce related disputes, the court may order… Read More »
A Checklist for Marital Assets In Divorce
Depending on the length of your marriage, you and your spouse may have acquired a significant amount of property and assets together. Even in unions lasting only a few years, there is likely to be real estate, personal property, and financial accounts to consider. When filing for divorce, any property accumulated during the marriage… Read More »
Five Ways Your Children May Act Out During or After Your Divorce
The break up of a marriage and the process of going through a divorce is stressful for everyone involved. Children in particular can have difficulties in adjusting to all the changes, both in the family unit itself and in their new living situation. Before, during, and after divorce proceedings, it is not uncommon for… Read More »
Three Things To Keep In Mind During Child Time Sharing Negotiations
The Florida courts place a heavy emphasis on ensuring both parents have the chance to develop a strong bond with children while sharing responsibilities before approving parenting and timesharing plans. Unfortunately, even in otherwise amicable divorce proceedings, issues concerning your children are prone to disputes. As your attorney, we can help ensure your rights… Read More »
What To Expect In Your First Consultation With A Divorce Attorney
Contemplating the breakup of a marriage can be devastating emotionally, in addition to having serious financial consequences. It is common to have numerous unanswered questions regarding the details involved, particularly as they relate to any children you have or property you own. At the Vanessa L. Prieto Law Offices, LLC, we understand the stress… Read More »
Considering A Divorce or Separation? Use Our Pre-Divorce Checklist
The breakup of a marriage often begins gradually, with issues that grow bigger and more divisive as time goes by. Counseling and self-help programs can help you develop strategies to cope with or rectify the situation, and in some cases working through problems can make a marriage stronger as the result. In other situations,… Read More »