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When to Consider Taking Your Florida Divorce to Court

By Cairns Law |

Although it’s possible for many couples to resolve their divorces amicably through mediation and negotiation, such resolutions are not always possible. There are, for instance, times when a court’s intervention is not only preferable, but is actually essential to safeguard one of the party’s rights or safety. If you are facing any of the… Read More »

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Am I Ineligible for Alimony?

By Cairns Law |

Alimony, or spousal maintenance, often ends up being a critical component of divorce proceedings. This is a type of payment made by a higher-earning spouse to a lower-earning spouse after a divorce is finalized to help the latter maintain the same standard of living that the parties enjoyed during the marriage. It’s important to… Read More »

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The Financial Benefits of Uncontested Divorce in Florida

By Cairns Law |

Not all Florida divorces require contentious court battles. In fact, many couples opt for an uncontested divorce, which can be settled relatively simply and also ease the financial burden of legally ending a marriage. Read on to learn more about some of the financial benefits of pursuing an uncontested divorce in Florida. Uncontested Divorce… Read More »

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What are the Penalties for Violating a Florida Parenting Plan?

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In Florida, couples who share children are only able to finalize their divorces when they have created a parenting plan (or the court has done so on their behalf). These plans contain all the details involved in sharing custody from a visitation schedule and information about how holidays will be shared to directions on… Read More »

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Navigating Florida’s 50/50 Time-Sharing Presumption

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Last year, Florida lawmakers enacted a number of major changes to its custody laws. One of the most impactful of these changes was a switch to a 50/50 time-sharing presumption in child custody cases. Basically, courts are now directed to presume that an equal time-sharing arrangement is always in a child’s best interests when… Read More »

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Recognizing the Signs of Abuse in a Relationship

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It can be difficult, for those who are in the middle of a dangerous relationship, to see the warning signs of abuse. This is especially true in cases where a person isn’t necessarily exhibiting physically violent behavior, but is engaging in other destructive forms of abuse. While every relationship is different, there are a… Read More »

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Tips for Time-Sharing During the School Year

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Trying to balance a child’s physical and emotional needs is always an uphill battle. Attempting to keep a handle on their social and academic needs during the school year, however, adds an extra layer to an already complex endeavor. This is especially true for recently divorced parents, who are still learning how to co-parent… Read More »

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Do I Need to Hire a Forensic Accountant for My Divorce?

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The financial aspects of divorce are often complicated and can make an already complex and emotionally charged process even more confusing. Fortunately, couples do not have to grapple with these issues on their own, but can often benefit from the help of a financial expert, like a forensic accountant. Read on to learn more… Read More »

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What Factors Could Affect How Marital Assets are Divided During My Divorce?

By Cairns Law |

Dividing assets is one of the most important (and complicated) aspects of divorce. It can be helpful, however, for couples to have a thorough understanding of the kinds of factors that could end up influencing how their assets are split up. To that end, we’ve included a few things that can help give divorcing… Read More »

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What Events Can Terminate Alimony Payments?

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In some divorces, a higher earning or more financially stable spouse will be required to make what are known as alimony payments to his or her former partner once the divorce is finalized. Because permanent alimony was recently abolished in Florida, courts are no longer permitted to award lifelong alimony upon divorce. Instead, courts… Read More »

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