The child custody laws in Florida can shift their favor to any parent at any time, depending on how you treat your child. The law courts do not give a second thought to revoking your custody if you create an environment that exposes your child to danger. The whole...
Adultery and alimony
Although some married couples stay together after the discovery that one spouse had been unfaithful, there are many marriages that end due to adultery. Depending on the situation and length of the marriage, the actions of the cheating spouse may be taken into...
How to keep stress to a minimum in a Florida divorce
If you're one of many Florida spouses who have decided to file for divorce this year, you undoubtedly have a lot of other decisions to make that stem from your choice to sever your marital ties. If you're a parent, many of those decisions likely pertain to your...
Long distance can spark co-parenting challenges after divorce
Like many other Florida spouses, when you decided to divorce, you may have wanted to settle things as swiftly and painlessly as possible so that you could move on in life and as far away from your ex as you could get. Perhaps you even entertained the idea of moving...
Why you should think about college during divorce
A college education can help open doors that people would otherwise not have access to, such as higher earning potential and professional development. Like many other parents in Florida, you probably hope that your child will one day attend...
School season is almost over. Think about your co-parenting plan
If you're among Florida parents who have recently divorced, you're likely still adapting to your new lifestyle. You and your ex were hopefully able to achieve a fair settlement that you both found satisfactory and developed a co-parenting plan. Many parents, however,...
Mediation gives you a greater sense of control during divorce
You look forward to dissolving your marriage. Still, you do not look forward to the fight you envision happening in the courtroom during the divorce process. The reality is that divorce litigation is not your only option these days when it comes to sorting out your...
Informal negotiations might help to simplify divorce process
You have finally decided that it is time to get a divorce, and you feel good about your decision. Still, you are not looking forward to going to battle with your soon-to-be ex during a divorce trial. Fortunately, just because you are getting a divorce does not mean...
A number of child custody options are available
Figuring out how to divide years' or even decades' worth of assets can certainly make the divorce process tricky. However, if you and your future ex have young children, trying to decide how you will handle child custody can be just as difficult, if not more...
Property division is not easy in Florida
Life is not always sunny in Florida -- in fact, rainstorms are not uncommon. In the same way, marriage can feel like a blessing and a burden at times. If you are like many married individuals, you may feel that now is as good a time as any to end your marriage and...
