Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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 »
12 Situations In Which Parental Rights May Be Terminated
Protecting your child’s physical and emotional health and well-being is a primary concern as a parent. Unfortunately, in some cases, that means shielding them from their other parent. The court generally attempts to have both parents share in the responsibilities of caring for children in parenting and timesharing plans, but there are situations in… Read More »
What Happens If My Spouse Will Not Sign For A Divorce?
Problems in a marriage are not always clear to both parties. When the idea of getting a divorce is raised, it is not uncommon for one of the spouses to refuse to accept it. In Florida divorce proceedings, it can go smoother, quicker, and be less expensive when both spouses agree on the terms,… Read More »
How Do Commingled Assets Apply to My Divorce?
In any divorce proceeding, the property, assets, and liabilities incurred during the marriage will be divided between both parties. Property division in Florida is done equitably, which means in a manner that seems fair and reasonable, though not necessarily even. Anything purchased or acquired before the marriage is exempt and remains with the person… Read More »
Parenting Disputes Involving Family Members Other Than The Parents
Raising a child is a serious responsibility. Beyond providing a loving, safe environment, it requires a heavy investment of both time and resources. The ideal situation is for parents to raise their children together or, in the case of divorce, to share parenting duties through time sharing arrangements, but sometimes this is simply not… Read More »