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...
Divorce
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...
Options for dividing the family home in a divorce
When a married couple buys a home, they may envision living together in it for years or decades to come. Unfortunately, not every marriage is meant to last meaning homeowners in the Pensacola area facing divorce will have to decide what to do with what may be one of...
Main reasons a couple may file for divorce
Not all marriage issues lead to divorce, but there are common reasons why couples decide to end their relationships. Couples in Florida and across the country might be experiencing the same common marriage conflicts that could result in divorce. Continuous...
The evolution of same-sex divorce
Marriage equality has been a long battle for the LGBT community. Until 2015, Florida did not recognize same-sex marriage. However, there were many same-sex married couples residing in the state. Many of them had married elsewhere but decided to settle in Florida. That...
Recommendations for moving on from a divorce
Florida residents are likely familiar with the saying that time heals all wounds. Individuals going through a divorce may take longer to heal than others, but there are some actions that can be taken to hasten the recovery process. If someone getting a divorce has...
How to prevent a divorce from damaging a career
Those who get divorced in Florida or elsewhere may find that the end of their marriages have a profound impact on their lives. In some cases, it may make it harder to focus or remain productive at work. Ideally, individuals will develop a support system to help them...
