The summer months are busy for Florida families. Children are out of school, and they may be busy with things like camp, swim lessons, time with friends and much more. Schedules are hectic, and this can make things complicated for parents who share child custody. When...
Family law trends continue to change
Florida couples make the choice to divorce every day, but overall, number of couples making this choice is drastically lower. Divorce rates are changing, and there are several factors that influence family law trends and the choices that people make regarding...
Successful co-parenting starts with a strong child custody order
Divorce is a difficult and emotionally challenging process, especially for the younger members of the family. Florida parents understand how important it is to provide stability and security, even long after the process is final. One way to do this is by co-parenting,...
What happens to your pension in a divorce?
You spend most of your marriage and career planning for retirement. If you end up divorcing shortly before you are due to cash in on these savings, it is natural to have concerns over how you and your former spouse will divide this sizable figure. What should you...
Keeping a handle on finances during the divorce process
It's not easy to get through the process of ending a marriage. The choices that a person makes now will affect him or her for years to come, and it's smart to think carefully before agreeing to a financial or property division settlement. One of the ways that a person...
Property division, a family business and making the best choices
A family-owned business is one of the most important and valuable assets that a Florida couple may own. For one or both parties, it may be the primary source of income. When a couple decides to divorce, one of the main concerns is over what will happen to the...
Handling child custody with the kids’ best interests in mind
Children may struggle when their parents decide to move forward with divorce. Everything about their lives will change, and Florida parents want to do as much as possible to protect their interests and mental well-being during this time. While there are likely...
Seeking fair property division in divorce for stay-at-home moms
Divorce leads to changes for virtually every member of the family, and both parties are likely to experience a significant shift in their financial resources. The property division process is high-stakes, as the terms of the final court order will determine a person's...
How cohabitation affects paternity
With divorce such a common way of life, many people have chosen not to marry. According to the United States Census Bureau, marital rates are decreasing among young adults, whereas cohabitation rates are increasing. Reasons are numerous, from changes in social...
Taxes, divorce and pursuing a strong financial future
When a Florida couple decides to end their marriage, there are significant financial decisions they must make or have a court decide for them. The choices made during divorce will have an impact for years to come, and it is prudent for a person to consider how to...