Every year, the topic of permanent alimony comes up. And, seemingly, every time the Florida legislature is in session, the topic is debated. However, this year, it actually passed, which has led many to ask, has Florida eliminated permanent alimony? Permanent alimony...
Divorce
Getting a divorce in Florida
When couples in Florida think of divorce, they likely think of a messy and heated dissolution. While this might be the case in a complex divorce matter, the divorce process could be a civil and straightforward process for those who decide to work together to end their...
What happens to your business in a Florida divorce?
Starting a business requires a significant financial investment and a lot of hard work. Yet, if you and your spouse decide to divorce, you could lose the business you worked so hard to build. An attorney can help you keep your business without having to give up too...
Are there differences for gay divorcees?
It may come as a surprise for some, but gay marriage has only been allowed in our state since the beginning of 2015. Indeed, this was as a result of the Florida case of Brenner v. Scott, which eventually lead to the U.S. Supreme Court finding that same-sex marriage...
What is the easiest way to get divorced in Florida?
You might be ready for a divorce, but hesitant to begin the process because you don’t want to deal with the complications. Everyone has heard horror stories about long, stressful and expensive divorces, so feeling this way is understandable. Sometimes people just want...
Property distribution and the problem of commingled assets
Every divorce comes with issues that can be both emotional and complicated, such as child custody and spousal maintenance. Property division can be difficult too, especially if the couple has a wide variety of assets. But one thing that can make property division a...
Will a marital home be split equally in a Florida divorce?
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...
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...
