When couples in Florida begin the process of dissolving their marriage, one of the major questions they will need to answer is what they should do with their home. It is not always easy to decide as the emotional attachment to the family home is often hard to break....
Two Decades Of Florida Family Law Experience
Year: 2023
Adapting to life post-divorce with dignity
Most Florida residents find divorce a difficult time in their lives. Some may take longer than others to adjust to their new situation. These are some ways you can adapt with dignity. Accept your new status After a divorce, you are no longer a spouse, and thus it is...
Dealing with a difficult coparent
Raising a child can be difficult enough without having to deal with antics from your child's other parent. However, as Florida law typically allows both parents to have a relationship with a child after a divorce or separation, you'll likely need to work with your...
Creating child custody plans when you have teens
Many Florida parents end up in divorce \but continue working together to raise their children. The best thing for the kids is to come up with the best co-parenting plan as part of the custody agreement. Parents may want to consider these parenting plans if they have...
American divorce trends to know
Gray divorces are on the rise, although the overall divorce rate is declining in the United States. Lack of commitment is the primary reason that couples say they divorced. Infidelity is the second-leading reason. Taking a look at the divorce trends may help you...
Increases in gray divorces
Gray divorce refers to the phenomenon of older couples getting divorced, a trend that's on the rise. This is especially relevant in Florida, where a greater-than-average older population resides. The increasing prevalence of gray divorce has several significant...
Divorce can come with hidden costs
There really is no such thing as a free divorce in Florida or any other state. There are always hidden costs that pop up. Some of these involve dividing your retirement accounts, getting new health insurance and transferring real estate. The key to negotiating these...
Modifying a child support order in Florida
Noncustodial parents in Florida are required to pay child support to make sure that the needs of their children are met. Child support payments are determined by the incomes and childcare responsibilities of both parents, and they may be altered if these circumstances...
Capital gains tax and divorce
If you're getting a divorce in Florida and own a home, it's critical to time the sale of your property appropriately to ensure you receive the highest amount possible. Doing it wrong can cost you $250,000. Understanding how the capital gains tax break works If you're...
Filing taxes after divorce in Florida
Many recently divorced couples wonder if they can file a joint tax return one last time. For those who have children, they usually question if both of them can claim their kids as dependents. Joint returns If the date of your divorce was after the last day of the...