One of the tensest points of child custody is determining when the child will spend time with each parent. While it’s hard enough to come up with the standard arrangement, the holidays are even more complex. Parents who are going through their first holiday season...
Year: 2022
Do you need parental consent to adopt your stepchild?
You may already feel like the parent of your stepchild, especially if you have had a blended family for years. The longer you have been with your spouse, the more time and personal resources you have likely invested in the care and upbringing of your stepchild....
How long does alimony last after a Florida divorce?
You have been financially dependent on your spouse for the last few years of your marriage, the idea of separating can be very intimidating. After all, you don't have a career to support yourself with currently and may not have many assets held solely in your name....
How do you prove paternity as a Florida father?
Some men have immediate legal protection after the birth of their child because of their marital status. In Florida, married men automatically have parental rights, including the right to have their name included on the birth certificate. Unmarried fathers have the...
3 things you should learn before filing for divorce in Florida
Divorce is a time of uncertainty, as you don't know what a judge will rule or how your ex will react to the process. There are certain things you simply cannot predict unless you have an ironclad prenuptial agreement with your spouse. However, you can develop a better...
What can a family law attorney do for you?
When you’re considering going through with a divorce, you are also probably thinking about the process and what it’s going to take to separate from your spouse. Depending on your circumstances, a divorce can be simple or may be complex and time consuming. That’s why...
What factors can influence selections in child guardianships?
Part of estate planning may include choosing a potential guardian for your child. You hope that nothing will happen and you will be around to raise them until they are 18, but you also recognize that this doesn't always happen, and you want to make sure that you have...
Don’t let outdated ideas keep you from the protection of a prenup
Twenty years ago, people would likely consider it an insult if you told them that you wanted a prenuptial agreement after proposing to them. People thought it was an indication you distrusted their intentions or that you didn't expect the marriage to last. These days,...
Why do you need a lawyer when creating a will or trust?
You can go to the bookstore to find an introductory guide to estate planning or even download pre-made forms right off the internet. While these may seem like clever ways to beat the system, estate planning without professional support can lead to major issues. Those...
What influences a judge’s decision about custody in Florida?
When parents living in Florida end their relationship, regardless of their marital status, they will often have to share parental responsibilities. During a divorce or in the aftermath of a breakup, parents need to create a parenting plan that establishes their...