Tag Archives: Fort Lauderdale Family Attorneys
Issues for Baby Boomers Facing Divorce
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 »
Florida SB 250 Addresses Parental Time-Sharing Schedules
Florida State Senator Tom Lee has introduced SB 250, entitled “Family Law Reform,” which is a 41-page proposal that would address alimony and time-sharing of children between parents. The Florida Senate will consider Lee’s proposal during the 2016 Senate session. Bill Proposes Changes to Child Time Sharing Schedules SB 250 proposes some drastic changes… Read More »
Essential Steps to Preparing for Divorce
While every family situation is different, and every divorce case is unique, there are some general guidelines that you should follow if you are considering filing for divorce or legal separation from your spouse or partner. Although there is never a guarantee as to what your divorce will be like, taking these steps now… Read More »
Will My Spouse Have to Pay My Attorney’s Fees in My Divorce?
While it is possible that your spouse will be ordered to pay your attorney’s fees in your divorce case, you should not rely on that possibility. It is just as possible that you will be ordered to pay your own attorney’s fees. A divorce judge has flexibility to both divide property equitably and order… Read More »
Who Pays for Children’s Medical Expenses After a Divorce?
Child support can include both direct payments of cash, or indirect benefits, such as the payment of medical or dental expenses. There are two major issues regarding children’s medical expenses after a couple separates or gets divorced. First, one or both parents may be ordered to provide health insurance coverage for the child, normally… Read More »
Bill Seeks to Amend Florida Law on Alimony and Custody
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 »
Do You Need to Consult an Accountant in Your Divorce?
While it is always recommended that you seek legal advice and guidance from a Florida divorce attorney in a divorce, you may wish to consult with other professionals, as well. Individuals in divorces that involve significant assets, property, or businesses should always consider using the services of an accountant, for example. An accountant can… Read More »
Florida Supreme Court Approves Broad Reading of Prenuptial Agreement
An increasing number of couples are entering into prenuptial agreements prior to marriage. While some of these agreements specifically outline how property will get divided if the parties divorce, many prenuptial agreements are very broad in nature. In a decision dated September 10, 2015, the Florida Supreme Court departed from its previous rulings, in… Read More »
The Challenge of Setting Aside a Divorce Decree
A final judgment is essentially the end of a court proceeding. For dissolution of marriage cases, the final judgment of divorce declares that the parties are legally divorced. It may also divide property, establish custody and grant future support payments. Absent an appeal, the judgment is set in stone and each party is obligated… Read More »
Understanding False Imprisonment as Domestic Violence
Many people are surprised to learn how many various actions come under the classification of domestic violence. Commonly reported crimes, such as assault or stalking, easily come to mind. But false imprisonment is another act of domestic violence that the victim may not even recognize. Under the Florida Criminal Code, false imprisonment occurs when… Read More »