Most Floridians who are contemplating a second or third (or more) marriage will most likely think about whether to ask the other party to the marriage to sign a prenuptial agreement. Prenuptial agreements (or “prenups” as they are sometimes called) are very helpful in...
Divorce
What if there is a dispute about property division in a divorce?
Property division is one of the most common sources of dispute during a Florida divorce. People can disagree as to who is the rightful owner of various items whether they were acquired before or during the marriage. This is true regardless of what the law specifically...
Three tips for breaking the news of your divorce to your child
Parents in may have a happy marriage for a while, but sometimes things break down and they decide it is best to part ways and divorce. While divorce can be stressful for parents in Pensacola, it can also be confusing, stressful and upsetting for their child as well....
How is marital property divided in a divorce?
People in Florida own various types of property and as they progress through life it is natural to own more and more property. This is true for married couples as well. During a marriage, couples may buy homes together, have bank accounts, retirement accounts,...
After a divorce, men most likely to move to Florida
It seems that our state, for better or worse, is all over the news lately. But, we are no stranger to the news cycle as we live in one of the most beautiful and most touristed areas in the country and, perhaps, the world. However, a recent study showed that Florida is...
What will a divorce do to your finances and assets?
Many people who are getting ready to go through a divorce in Florida have one overriding concern: how will your finances and assets be impacted by the legal process? The ultimate answer to this question could impact your post-divorce life for years to come. Property...
Are there ways to make a divorce less contentious?
The divorce process can be incredibly draining, contentious and traumatic. Though, it does not have to be. If a couple can set aside their emotions and work towards a mutually agreeable solution to their dissolution of their marriage, mediation can be a good option....
One last step before you divorce
This year’s isolation and stress have been difficult, and many couples began taking steps to end their marriages. Before you begin investing time, money and effort in seeking a divorce, however, you can plan what happens by entering a postnuptial agreement. This will...
Florida divorce – legal rules, waiting periods, and residency
Each state follows the process of divorce in terminating a marriage. Many states call divorce dissolution of marriage in statutes. There are statutory requirements in divorce in every state. In Florida, people have to be eligible for divorce, especially if the...
Checking the status of alimony in Florida
Alimony has been a popular topic for Florida’s legislature over the last few sessions. Hardly a session expires without alimony and alimony reform being the subject of extensive comment by various legislators. And yet no comprehensive reform legislation has attractive...
