When a Florida couple gets a divorce, one of the issues that draws the most scrutiny and leads to significant disagreement is how their property will be split. This can be challenging as the case proceeds because some properties have substantial value. With a marital...
Divorce
How is property division conducted in Florida?
Property division has serious implications for divorcing spouses who will want to ensure they have an agreement property division settlement. When property has to be divided during divorce, there are a variety of factors the family law court considers. It is helpful...
How is marital property divided when Floridians divorce?
The division of assets in a divorce is often one of the most highly contested issues a couple in Florida may face. After all, both spouses want to see that they get their “fair share” of all the assets and income they accumulated during their marriage. However,...
John Paulson, billionaire investor, divorces wife of 21 years
John Paulson made billions of dollars shorting the housing market before the 2008 crash, but it now appears his net worth is on the cusp of taking a major hit. It was recently announced that Paulson has filed for divorce from his wife Jenny. The couple were married...
Can adultery impact my divorce?
Marriages end for a variety of reasons, but one of the most talked about reasons for divorce is infidelity. While the spouse that was cheated on may feel that their partner’s adultery should be front and center during the divorce, it may not be of significance to a...
The challenges of divorce in the military
Servicemembers who are married and have families face unique challenges when it comes to divorce. During marriage, the frequent or extended deployments of active-duty members create upheavals in family life both while they are away and when they return home. When...
Using an appraiser to value marital property in a Florida divorce
Dividing marital property can be one of the most vexing issues in a Florida divorce. This statement is especially true if the divorcing couple has acquired substantial assets during the marriage. Some couples are able to reach a mutually satisfactory agreement on how...
Education can lead to a lasting marriage
There has been much research over the years about the causes of divorce in Florida and what factors may cause a marriage to be more stable. One factor that has emerged as helpful for the stability of a marriage is education. Couples where both spouses earned a college...
Social Media Do’s and Don’ts During a Divorce
While social media is great for connecting with friends and family, some issues shouldn't be posted for Facebook friends to see. Social media is a part of most people's everyday life, but it doesn't mean you should post everything about your life or what you may be...
How Deployment Affects Military Divorce Rates
Nobody thinks about divorce as they're getting ready to walk down the aisle and say, "I Do", but unfortunately this is becoming a recurring theme in couples where one of them is actively serving in the military and serving multiple deployments at that. It seems as...
