Monthly Archives: June 2025
What are the Grounds for Annulment in Florida
As Florida family law attorneys, we’re sometimes asked about annulment as an alternative to divorce. A divorce is when a valid marriage ends. An annulment, on the other hand, means that the marriage was never valid to begin with. Both divorce and annulment have grounds or reasons. The grounds for annulment are considerably different… Read More »
What are the Grounds for Divorce in Florida?
Generally speaking, when you engage in a divorce, you have to specify grounds (or legal reasons) why you’re divorcing. This particularly holds true in states that allow fault-based divorces. Florida is not one of those states. The State of Florida only permits no-fault grounds for divorce. In other words, the grounds for every divorce… Read More »
How Does Divorce Mediation Work in Florida?
One of the most emotionally trying times of your life will be your divorce. There are several challenges you need to face. Differences in how to divide your assets, how to raise your children, and various support payments can cause bitter disputes among couples. In some cases, these disputes are unresolvable on your own… Read More »
If My Spouse Cheated, Am I More Likely to Get Alimony in Florida?
Most folks wouldn’t want to pay alimony to a cheating spouse. They probably feel as if their spouse caused the breakdown of the marriage and they don’t deserve to be paid for doing so. You’re not alone if you feel that way. Florida Statutes § 61.08 provides a list of factors courts can consider… Read More »
