Collaborative Law

Divorce is not uncommon in the modern age. According to the American Psychological Association, approximately 40% to 50% of U.S. marriages end up legally broken. There exists the potential for financial and emotional strain and exhaustion during the process. If you...

If you and your spouse have the ability to work together and end your marriage through the collaborative process, you could appreciate multiple benefits. Collaborative divorces take up less time and money while reducing the emotional burdens associated with the...

If you are a Floridian considering divorcing your spouse, you may have heard about an increasingly popular way to handle divorce matters called alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Mediation is a type of ADR and to settle your divorce outside of a courtroom, a...

Divorce can be difficult under any circumstances, but permanent health issues can complicate matters. If your marriage is ending and your spouse has serious chronic medical problems, you may wonder how to proceed.  You have options. You may consider a long separation...

When you and your former spouse part ways, you may prioritize keeping things as normal as possible for any children you share. Increasingly, divorcing parents across Florida who share similar objectives are opting for a “bird-nesting” arrangement to minimize changes...

Too many people assume that a divorce must be painful and contentious. However, the fact is that many divorcing spouses want to end their marriage without destroying each other's lives. They prefer to take an amicable, considerate approach to the process. If this is...

Sometimes, people think of negative issues that arise in the wake of a divorce, from a bitter dispute over child custody to financial hardships (such as property division and problems related to child support). However, it is critical to recognize the positive side of...

Florida parents like you have several concerns when going through a divorce. One of them is how your child will fare through the ordeal. Divorce is a difficult thing for anyone to go through, especially a kid. Is there any way to make this process an easier one? Can...

Tension and stress debilitate the body. While there are some stresses that are part and parcel with everyday living, it is in a person's best interest to reduce the amount of any extra stress they take on. Failure to do so risks a person's physical, mental and...

When you and your spouse decide to divorce, there are many concerns that arise. Many of these are financial in nature: child support, asset division, spousal support, etc.  Like many couples, you and your spouse may be looking for ways to save money during your...