During the course of a Florida divorce, many couples find themselves at odds over matters pertaining to their pets. People often feel a close connection to the animals in their care, and are concerned about their ability to take their pets with them when a marriage...
Marital settlement agreements and high asset divorce
When a Florida couple has achieved a significant degree of wealth, a great deal of effort is often placed in securing those assets from loss. That includes losses that occur during high asset divorce. Many a wealthy man or woman has watched his or her assets take a...
Finding a happy medium in negotiating prenuptial agreements
Faced with a request for a prenup, some Florida residents will initially react by taking offense. Once the practicalities of prenuptial agreements are examined in closer detail, many people will come to see the benefits of having a carefully drafted prenup. One way to...
Considerations in choosing a divorce attorney
Navigating through a divorce is rarely easy, but you may find the process goes much more smoothly if you take time and care when selecting a family law attorney. Choosing the right attorney from the outset can help you save money, streamline the process and even...
The changing role of prenuptial agreements over time
When many Florida couples sit down to plan their wedding, they also consider what level of financial protection to include in the process. Prenuptial agreements are far more common now than they were in years past. In fact, the very concept of a marital contract is a...
All spousal payments are not alimony under the law
When a Florida family goes through a divorce, ongoing payments are often made from one party to the other. Those payments are usually classified as either child support or alimony. It is important to understand, however, that there are instances in which payments may...
3 good choices to make for a more positive divorce
The phrase “positive divorce” may seem like an oxymoron. However, it is entirely possible to go through a divorce where both people ultimately end up being better off. According to a report by Florida Health, over 80,000 divorces took place in the state in 2015. That...