The risks of surrogacy
Surrogacy, like any medical procedure or legal arrangement, carries certain risks. In Florida, where surrogacy is legally recognized and regulated, some potential risks include: Legal problems While Florida has clear laws about surrogacy, legal complications can still...
Making sure your investments survive your divorce
Property division during a divorce can be incredibly complex. One of your biggest concerns is likely to be maintaining your financial stability after your divorce is final. Dividing a house or car is one thing. You decide who gets what and pay each other any...
What can the court do if the time-sharing schedule is ignored?
Divorce is difficult for everyone, but it can be especially hard on children. In Florida family law cases, the court will strive to ensure the child is safe, protected and has a positive relationship with both parents. Part of that is to have a time-sharing plan that,...
When does Florida child support end?
Divorces are fraught with legal questions and agreements. One of the most common components of a divorce with children is child support orders. Florida law requires that both parents are responsible for maintaining a child’s welfare, though, the arrangements may not...
Florida’s Red Flag Law can help abuse victims
Domestic violence victims in our state have a new Red Flag law that should, in theory, make them safer. Essentially, the new law allows law enforcement to seize the guns and ammo of a person that is a danger to themselves or others through a Risk Protection Order. For...
What ever happened to eliminating permanent alimony?
If you are currently going through a divorce or thinking about divorce in our state, you have likely listened to the debate over permanent alimony with perked ears. Especially for those who have been married for an extended period of time, permanent alimony can be...
Will my career impact my child custody rights?
You have spent years building up your career with your spouse. You may have had children along the way that you are now raising and are getting older. As time passes, however, your dreams for your marriage may fall short and the time may come when it is more...
Homemakers have unique concerns over alimony in Florida
In Florida, when a couple decides to get divorced, some of the most pressing questions that come up center on how much alimony will be paid and for how long. The answers will vary, depending on the situation. While many households have two incomes, this is not true in...
Are same-sex divorces different?
Marriages are complicated, regardless of whether it is a same-sex or opposite-sex couple. But, now that marriage and divorce equality are back in the headlines, same-sex couples may wonder whether their marriage process is different. Florida law As of right now,...
Keys to dividing a marital home in a Florida divorce
Floridians work hard to build a family and a life together. Part of that is getting a good job or starting a business and purchasing a home. However, when the marriage fails and people decide to divorce, the division of property can be a complex part of the case. This...