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...
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...
5 tips for using social media during divorce
You are going through a divorce, and it is tempting to vent all your anger and frustration to your friends and colleagues on Facebook, or to take subtle digs at your soon-to-be-ex-spouse on Twitter or Instagram. With a keyboard right at your fingertips and no way for...
How to survive the holidays during divorce
Divorce proceedings can sometimes last months, stretching from the time you start through some very important events, like the holiday season. Whether you are celebrating Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah or any other holiday, here are some tips to get you through your...
How to Avoid Double Dipping When Valuing A Business In Divorce
If one spouse owns a business or the couple owns a business together, divorce can quickly become very complicated. In many cases, double dipping occurs. According to a recent article in Divorce Magazine, this is when the business is counted as a piece of property for...
7 Myths About Florida Divorce
There is a great deal of misinformation about how divorce works in Florida. This can cause people undue stress or lead to problems during the divorce process. Here are 7 of the most persistent myths about Florida divorce and the truth behind them: 1. Divorce Is Called...
Court rules that divorce cannot be grounds for termination
Going through the dissolution of a marriage can be a difficult time. For many spouses, fears about their financial stability, child custody matters and other issues can create a significant burden of stress. Few Florida residents, however, fear losing their job based...
How information can make it easier to navigate divorce issues
Moving from married to single is a process, one that has a distinct beginning, middle and end. While it can feel as though this process is never-ending, most divorce cases will eventually reach a conclusion. Florida spouses have a great deal of control over how that...
Dividing property: Options for the family home
The family home has both sentimental and financial value. For many couples in Florida, it is their largest shared asset. They likely invest a great deal of money into their home and, in many cases, time and effort spent on its upkeep. When couples are dividing...
