Category Archives: Divorce
Can I Relocate My Children After a Florida Divorce?
You can relocate your children in Florida, but you need court approval first, unless your former spouse agrees to the move. Relocating without court approval could be considered kidnapping. The State of Florida has a vested interest in the well-being of its children. If you want to move with your minor children, you will… Read More »
What are the Penalties for Violating a Parenting Plan in Florida?
In the State of Florida, judges decide child custody cases based on the best interests of the child. Parents are encouraged to develop their own parenting plan that reflects the interests of their children. As soon as the court approves the parenting plan, it becomes a legally binding document that must be followed by… Read More »
What Should I Include in My Prenuptial Agreement?
During a Florida divorce, the courts will divide your assets equitably—not necessarily evenly. In addition, you could end up paying alimony, child support, and being saddled with your partner’s debts. This can cause considerable apprehension. One way of managing this problem is for you and your spouse to sign a prenuptial agreement prior to… Read More »
Understanding Legal Separation in Florida
Florida is one of the few states in the country that does not recognize legal separation. That being said, you can enter into a separation agreement with your spouse, which essentially accomplishes the same thing as legal separation in other states. This is especially important if you’re sharing a residence with your former spouse…. Read More »
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 »
How Are Debts Divided in a Florida Divorce?
One question that we’re often asked by our clients is: what happens to our marital debt during divorce? This is a complicated question that involves a number of moving parts. Our experienced family law attorneys are here to help you through the process of divorce and let you know what to expect from the… Read More »
Preparing for the Divorce Process in Florida
So, you’ve made the decision to divorce in Florida. After several years of marriage, you’re no longer willing to stay in a relationship that doesn’t fulfill you spiritually and emotionally. Now is the time to prepare. You will need to make several important decisions such as whether you want to mediate or litigate your… Read More »
Navigating Divorce Proceedings: What Happens in a Florida Divorce?
If you’ve recently made the decision to divorce, then you likely want to prepare yourself for the process as best you can. That brought you here, to our blog, which provides resources on how the divorce process works, key elements of divorce, and Florida’s legal standards when it comes to divorce cases. In this… Read More »
How Does Adultery Impact a Divorce in Florida?
Florida is a no-fault state when it comes to divorces. That means that Florida only permits no-fault grounds for divorce. An example of a “no-fault ground for divorce” would include one spouse saying that the marriage is irretrievably broken and cannot be saved. In this case, neither spouse is blamed for the breakdown of… Read More »
Is the Collaborative Divorce Process Right for Your Family?
Ending a marriage is emotionally, financially, and legally complicated. Fortunately, there are low-conflict methods that can help couples get through his process much more easily. Collaborative divorce, for instance, is one way that couples can resolve their divorces in an out-of-court setting. We’ve included a brief checklist to help you determine whether collaborative divorce… Read More »
