Couples in Florida have to divide their property and debts equitably. That process frequently begins with the creation of an inventory of marital assets and debts. From there, spouses can begin negotiating terms for property division or preparing evidence for court...
Detailed, thorough custody orders outline time-sharing arrangements and the division of parental authority. Frequently, parents can follow the terms of a custody order until their children become adults. Occasionally, family situations change significantly, making a...
High-value assets often require careful consideration during a divorce. People worry about protecting their retirement savings and investment funds. Their home equity may also be a major priority. For many married couples, the home where they live together represents...
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...
If you’re a Florida resident who’s paying durational alimony or permanent alimony (which is no longer legal for new divorces) to your spouse, you may be growing concerned as you get older about what will happen when you retire. Many people wonder if they will even be...
Divorce is never easy, but it feels even heavier when your life and assets span international borders. You have worked hard to build a global legacy, whether it includes foreign vacation homes or investment accounts. The thought of untangling these complex assets...
Divorcing parents who have enjoyed a comfortable marriage have many options when they separate or divorce. The end of a high-asset marriage may lead to a unique custody arrangement. Parents with enough income to cover housing expenses may be able to offer their...
When co-owners of a successful business decide to divorce, the legal and financial stakes can be objectively high. In Florida, the divorce process requires careful handling of property division, support concerns and long-term planning issues. When both spouses also...
Divorce can create a great deal of instability for children, so it is often recommended that parents keep certain other people in the children’s lives where possible. For instance, it can help to allow the child to stay at the same school so they can continue with...
It is common for married couples to divide household responsibilities unevenly. Especially once they have children, one spouse may focus on the home and the family, while the other seeks to advance their career and maximize their earning potential. If the spouses...