Tag Archives: Fort Lauderdale Divorce Attorney
Splitting Retirement Benefits when Divorcing Later in Life
Retirement benefits are usually considered during divorce procedures, but they are especially important when divorces occur later in life. When parties choose to dissolve a marriage after the age of 50, retirement plans can be drastically impacted. It is vitally important that you consider all benefits held by you and your spouse, so that… Read More »
The Protective Order as a Tool against Domestic Abuse
Though domestic violence continues to plague our society, countless victims boldly take steps towards survival on a daily basis. Risking their safety and even their lives, these brave souls gather the strength to ask for help. Yet, some professionals assert that as these individuals survive their painful situations only to face rejection from the… Read More »
The Impact of the Supreme Court Ruling on Floridians
Recently, the United States Supreme Court made history when it handed down one of the most monumental decisions to ever affect the laws of domestic relations. In a 5-4 ruling, the court determined that all same sex marriage bans are unconstitutional. For decades, proponents and opponents battled over this controversial issue. Over the last… Read More »
Obtaining Temporary Relief in Florida
If you are in the process of getting divorced, the bills and monthly financial obligations do not stop. The mortgage still has to be paid. Enter temporary relief. Temporary relief can be pursued while your divorce is pending. There are different ways to access this relief. You and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse can simply agree to… Read More »
Understanding Florida Parental Relocation Laws
When you are divorced and are the custodial parent of a child, or children, in Florida, you cannot simply pack up and move to a new state. The other parent has to be involved and there are a myriad of legal hurdles you need to be prepared to address. For example, under Florida law,… Read More »