Tag Archives: Fort Lauderdale Divorce Lawyers
Divorces on the Decline in Florida
Marriages are on the increase in Florida, while divorces continue to decline. This is according to a recent report by the Florida Department of Health. Several news outlets are reporting that a 10 year decline in marriage appears to be ending, with more people marrying in 2014 than in 2013. Marriage advocates see these… Read More »
Summer Vacation Can Prove Difficult for a Child of Divorce
It’s summertime and school is out. Children across Florida are brimming with excitement about summer camps, sporting events, vacations and lazy afternoons by the neighborhood pool. But for some children, summertime creates feelings of anxiety as they struggle to cope with the changing dynamics of a family divorce. For these children, summer may mean… Read More »
Florida Court Rules that Same-Sex Couples May Get Divorced
A lesbian couple in Tampa, Florida will be allowed to divorce, according to the 2nd District Court of Appeal ruling. The order referred to another same-sex divorce case from Lee County, Florida in which the appellate court ordered in April 2015 that a divorce be granted, according to the Orlando Sentinel. The Court, in… Read More »
Requirements for Modifying Child Support in Florida
When a court enters a child support order, the process for modifying that order can get complicated. You have the burden of showing a “substantial change in circumstances” to justify a modification. The general requirement, according to Florida law, is that a modification may be pursued is your changed circumstances would affect support by… Read More »
Understanding Florida “Parenting Plans”
You may have heard about joint custody and sole custody when it comes to determining the rights of divorcing parents and their children. In Florida, the terminology is different, but the objective is the same. Florida requires divorcing parties with children to submit a parenting plan before the divorce is approved. This parenting plan… Read More »
Study Reveals Public Misconception About Child Support
A study published by the Child and Family Law Blog showed that the public views court-ordered child support in the U.S. to be grossly unfair. The study consisted of 3,000 prospective jurors who were being interviewed. “We gave people cases, and said ‘Imagine you are a judge and you are asked to set the… Read More »
Pre-Divorce? Understanding Florida Separation Laws
When a marriage hits a rocky point and the spouses are debating whether or not to consider filing for divorce, it is quite common for spouses to separate but remain married, until they decide whether officially filing for divorce is the most prudent course of action. This is perfectly understandable. There are numerous reasons… Read More »
Prenup Prep: What You Must Do Before Signing a Prenuptial Agreement
There is no harm in considering a prenuptial agreement if you are engaged or are thinking about getting married. To be sure, a prenuptial agreement offers significant protection to you and your family in the event of divorce or death. However, there are certain stigmas associated with these agreements that cause many to avoid… Read More »
Permanent Alimony May Be Coming to an End in Florida
Under current law, an alimony award can extend on for years, even decades. Such an award is called “permanent alimony.” “I’m 64-years-old and have been paying 15 years on a 13 year marriage. My ex-husband, who does not work, receives 65% of what I earn and I receive 35% of what I earn, after… Read More »
Keep What’s Yours: Understanding Non-marital Property in Florida
A blog was posted on this site discussing how exactly property is divided under Florida law. A key factor is whether assets are considered “marital property” or “non-marital property.” Only marital assets have to be equitably divided when a couple divorces. This means if your property falls under the “non-marital category,” it will be… Read More »