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Equal Timesharing – the New Florida Law
Effective July 1, 2023, Florida adopted new legislation with regard to timesharing and there is now a rebuttable presumption that equal timesharing is in a child’s or children’s best interests. In enacting the equal timesharing provisions, the legislature has included language in the statute, reflecting its intent and providing in relevant part, “[I]t is… Read More »
Tips for Dealing With Conflict During Divorce
Ending a marriage brings many changes, and divorcing parties can find themselves in the midst of overwhelming conflict. As you navigate sensitive divorce-related issues, separating your emotional reaction to your marriage ending from practical and legal considerations might be challenging. While it can be tricky, finding ways to manage and reduce conflict during divorce… Read More »
Tips for Making the Most of Your Consultation With a Family Law Attorney
Hiring a family lawyer is in your best interest if you are dealing with a family law matter. Whether you are dealing with a divorce case, a timesharing case, adoption case, domestic violence case, or any other family law-related case, it is best to retain a skilled family law attorney. Before hiring a family… Read More »
Divorcing a Spouse With a Mental Illness
Divorces can be challenging for all spouses; however, the situation can get more challenging when one spouse has a mental illness. When one spouse has a mental illness, the emotional toll can be overwhelming. Also, divorce-related matters may be impacted if one spouse has a mental health condition. Likewise, the divorce process can exasperate… Read More »
Crucial Updates to Florida’s Timesharing Laws You Need To Know About
Florida’s timesharing laws have experienced various changes over the past few years. This year Florida’s timesharing laws underwent more changes after Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law CS/HB 1301 in June. It is crucial for parents in Florida to understand the changes that were made to the state’s timesharing laws. These changes impact parents… Read More »
How Social Media Can Affect Your Family Law Case
Social media is a popular way of sharing information and keeping in touch with friends and family. A majority of Americans use social media. According to Pew Research Center, approximately 7 out of 10 Americans use social media. However, many people don’t know that social media can be used in court cases. Social media… Read More »
Does Remarriage Affect Child Support in Florida?
In Florida, parents have a legal obligation to support their children financially. That is why parents are ordered to pay child support after they divorce. The “Income Shares Model” is used in Florida when calculating child support. The court uses this method to calculate a basic support obligation. Once the basic child support obligation… Read More »
Tips for Preparing for a High-Asset/Complex Property Divorce
All divorces are potentially complex and difficult; however, high-asset/complex property divorces are more difficult than average divorces. A high-asset/complex property divorce is self-explanatory. If you and your spouse are about to get a divorce, and you believe yours is a high-asset/complex property case, it is vital that you take time to prepare adequately. Below,… Read More »
Alimony Changes In Florida In 2023
If you are divorcing in Florida and have a need or expectation of receiving alimony, it is important to understand the details of the recent changes to the alimony statutes in Florida. We mentioned last month that these changes were coming, and on July 1, 2023 the new Florida “alimony reform bill” became law… Read More »
What if My Ex-spouse Cannot Afford To Pay Child Support
Child support aims to divide the costs of raising a child between the two parents. When child support payments stop, the parent living with the child may face serious financial difficulties. When support payments stop, the parent raising the child can have difficulty paying for the ordinary and every day expenses related to children… Read More »