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How Does The Length Of Your Marriage Affect Your Divorce?
There are many factors that determine the various terms of a divorce settlement. For example, during child custody hearings, a judge will only consider the best interests of the child in Florida. However, there is one factor that will have a direct impact on certain terms of the divorce case, and that is the… Read More »
Finding Ways To Co-Parent With Your Ex
After a divorce or a breakup with your partner, it will often be necessary to co-parent if you share minor children from your relationship. While Florida courts will, in some cases, determine that only one parent should have child custody, the Florida Statutes make clear that it is public policy in the state of… Read More »
Will My Spouse Receive Half Of My Personal Injury Settlement During Divorce?
Family law and personal injury law are two different legal areas, but there are times when they intersect with each other. One of these is when you have received a personal injury settlement, or will receive one shortly, and you are going through a divorce. Personal injury settlements are typically made in lump sum… Read More »
How To Keep Your Pension In A Florida Divorce
Property division issues are some of the most heated in any Florida divorce. Some couples must divide significant assets, and those often include retirement accounts and pensions. After working your entire life and building up a nest egg, it is natural to want to keep it even after your marriage ends. While your pension,… Read More »
Important Dos And Do Nots When Filing Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is a good solution for those that find they cannot pay their bills due to a large amount of debt. However, the process is not as simple as it may seem at first. There are many steps you should take, and some you should avoid, to give you the best chance of discharging… Read More »
5 Tips For Co-Parenting Successfully
Co-parenting after divorce is sometimes extremely difficult. When former spouses cannot agree and remain civil with each other, it is not only hurtful for them, but for the children, as well. It is crucial that co-parents continue providing a healthy and fostering environment for the kids, but this is something that is often much… Read More »
Five Ways To Keep Your Cool During The Divorce Process
The divorce process is a difficult one for anyone going through it and it is natural to feel sad, angry, betrayed, and frustrated. Perhaps you never thought your marriage could end, or you did not expect it to end in the sudden, bitter way it did. Whatever the reason for your feelings, they can… Read More »
When Do You Need Permission To Move With A Child?
Sometimes after a divorce that involves children, one parent wants to move away for employment opportunities, to be closer to family, or simply for a new start. In many cases, parents can move and even take their child with them, but it is not always so straightforward. If you or your former spouse want… Read More »
Things To Know When Separating From Your Spouse In Florida
Florida is one of a handful of states that does not recognize legal separation. You are legally married until your divorce is final, even if you move out of the family home. Some people separate before the divorce process even begins, while others wait until the case is final before they move out. If… Read More »
Can You Discharge Student Loans Through Bankruptcy?
Student loan debt in the United States exceeds one trillion dollars, and that debt is debilitating for many people that are just starting out in their adult lives. For many, the cost becomes too great to bear along with other daily living expenses and costs. It is no surprise then, that so many people… Read More »
