When a Florida marriage ends, many people find themselves reassessing their financial situations and trying to figure out what life might look like without their former partner’s financial support. If you count yourself among them, you may be looking for ways to set...
Divorce
What types of alimony can you get in a Florida divorce?
When your Florida marriage ends, you may have concerns about supporting yourself and maintaining the lifestyle you currently enjoy with your former partner’s financial help. Depending on certain factors, you may be able to secure an alimony award in your split....
What can you do to help your children cope with divorce?
Divorce is a traumatic experience for most children. Even if you know that their lives will improve following the divorce, your kids need time to cope with the loss of the household and family dynamic that they know best. The hardships associated with divorce do not...
What happens if a divorced parent wants to relocate with a child?
Whether you want to move closer to family and friends or need to pursue an educational or job opportunity out of state, there are many reasons that you might consider relocating with your child or children while they are still minors. However, if your move will be...
7 Tips for Choosing a Divorce Attorney
Divorce is one of the most common and complicated legal processes, especially when involving children. You need someone who knows how to handle your unique situation effectively and efficiently. If you're going through a divorce or are thinking about it, here are some...
Does Florida allow lump-sum alimony?
Divorce can be hard on both spouses financially, but it often takes a more extreme toll on the financial well-being of women. In fact, according to the American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators, the average household income for women over 50 drops by roughly...
Do all divorces need a forensic accountant?
For high-net-worth divorcees, you probably already have a team of financial professionals who have worked on maintaining your marital estate for years (if not decades). These include CPAs, financial advisers, brokers, etc. When you decide to part ways then, it is no...
Making a divorce go smoothly
The end of a marriage comes with many emotions. Many are surprised that the end of their marriage feels like a death and may find themselves mourning. And, just like the death of a loved one, the death of your marriage will come with many other legal issues. You will...
Financial issues dominate divorces without children
Not every married couple chooses to have children, and these days remaining child-free is a viable option for any married couple. Still, even couples without children can face marital difficulties leading to divorce. If you are divorcing without kids, your main...
Has Florida eliminated permanent alimony?
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...
