Tag Archives: Fort Lauderdale Family Lawyer
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 »
Failure to Pay Child Support Carries Serious Consequences in Florida
Child support is ordered in many divorce cases involving children. The intent behind child support is to ensure that a child, or children, are properly taken care of after a divorce, whether they live with one parent or both. Unfortunately, many parents, for a variety of reasons, choose to shirk their responsibilities and not… 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 »
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 »