Divorcing spouses tend to have intense emotions. They feel enraged, abandoned or heartbroken. They want emotional vindication for their suffering, which can lead to questionable choices throughout the divorce process. Everything becomes much more complicated when...
Divorce
Dividing a complicated stock portfolio during divorce
Dividing a complicated stock portfolio during a divorce filed in Florida demands careful planning, clear documentation and an understanding of how both state law and market realities can shape the outcome of a couple’s situation. Unlike dividing household items or...
How does divorce affect Social Security retirement benefits?
Divorce tends to create economic uncertainty. People worry about covering all of their expenses on their own. They feel anxious about dividing the property with their spouses. The closer people are to retirement age, the more reason they may have to worry. Especially...
How to protect medical coverage during divorce
Divorce and retirement coincide with changes in your health coverage. When either of these life events occurs, it’s important to understand how your medical benefits may be affected. Failing to address coverage early can leave you exposed to high medical costs or gaps...
How does divorce affect 401(k)s and Roth IRAs?
Well-compensated professionals often divert a portion of their income to specialized retirement savings accounts. 401(k)s may offer certain tax benefits and could make professionals eligible for employer-matching contributions. Roth IRAs can also help people ensure...
Will your divorce affect your business partners?
Some divorces come as a welcome relief after years of marital discord, while others seem to come out of the blue -- but all of them have the capacity to cause significant upheaval in your personal life. However, for business owners, the disruptions don't stop there....
A confidentiality agreement can help keep your divorce private
No one wants the details of their divorce to go beyond the walls of their attorneys’ offices and the courtroom. It can be uncomfortable and embarrassing if colleagues, other parents at school or those you know largely through social media interactions find out...
How high-profile individuals can protect their privacy during divorce
Family law matters can damage people’s reputations and forever change the course of their lives. Divorce can be costly, and it can change how others view spouses. Professional athletes, local newscasters and other high-profile individuals have more reason to fear...
How are pensions divided in a Florida divorce?
Divorce can be one of the most challenging experiences, especially for couples who've shared many years together. The emotional and financial toll can be overwhelming. A significant part of this process is the fair division of marital assets, including retirement...
What Factors Does a Florida Family Law Court Consider When Determining a Time-Sharing Schedule?
A common question asked by individuals faced with an initial divorce or paternity action is: how does a court decide the time-sharing schedule between the parents and minor children? Florida courts no longer determine "custody" over children, and instead establish a...

