Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What to Do When Your Parental Rights Are in Jeopardy
For parents going through a contested divorce, decisions made over the care and custody of children are a major concern. In an uncontested case, the parents may be able to agree on a child time-sharing plan which respects both their roles in the child’s life and allows them the time needed to form a… Read More »
Grandparents and Custody Arrangements
Grandparents play a special role in their grandchildren’s lives. Free from certain pressures and responsibilities after having raised their own children, they are often more likely to be relaxed and even indulgent of this younger generation. Unfortunately, when couples get divorced in Florida and go through the child time-sharing process, the rights of grandparents… Read More »
Four Reasons Why Older Couples Need a Florida Prenuptial Agreement
Falling in love and deciding to get married is a magical time for couples. This is true regardless of their age and any previous relationships they may have been in. However, while it is easy to get swept up in the excitement and romance of it all, there are some important issues older couples… Read More »
Two Major Benefits in Being First to File for Divorce in Florida
Making the decision to end a marriage is never easy. If you are experiencing marital problems, you may be reluctant to give up hope or to accept the relationship is over. However, ignoring the warning signs that a marriage is beyond saving and a divorce may be imminent could potentially put you at a… Read More »
Catchphrases in Florida Child Time-Sharing Proceedings
In family court, child time-sharing proceedings are stressful while the process itself can seem complicated and confusing to the parents involved. On top of all that is at stake in these types of cases and the complex, often contentious relationship that may exist between their parents, there are often words and expressions tossed around… Read More »
Retirement Benefits and Social Security In Your Divorce
People today begin planning for the future early, which means that retirement benefits could be a factor for young couples going through a divorce. For older adults and those who have been married for decades, you may have counted on these benefits to maintain your standard of living, both now and in the years… Read More »
How Parental Attachment Impacts Child Time-Sharing
Couples in otherwise happy and committed partnerships can discover deep differences when it comes to their level of attachment towards children. In cases involving single parents or those going through a divorce, this can be a real area of concern. It could be an issue in child time-sharing proceedings and when taken to extremes,… Read More »
Considerations when Divorcing an Addict or Alcoholic
Dealing with a loved one who has an addiction or a drinking problem can be one of the most heartbreaking and frustrating situations. When not active in their addiction, they may be loving spouses and parents to your children. However, just when you start to relax or when they are counted on most, they… Read More »
Deciding Whether to Keep the Family Home During Divorce
During your marriage, you and your spouse may have scrimped and saved in an effort to provide a ‘dream home’ for your family, with the idea that it would be the ideal place for your children to grow up and for you to grow old in. When the prospect of filing for divorce changes… Read More »
Consider Your Options When Dealing With the Family House in Divorce
In any marital separation or divorce, there are likely to be squabbles over material possessions which have both emotional value and financial worth. At the center is often the family home, which may have been where you spent your early days as a couple or raised children. Deciding what to do with this property… Read More »