Category Archives: Divorce
Tips For A Healthy Divorce
If you are contemplating divorce, you may be feeling worried. Often, when people think about divorce, they think about two people fighting in court to prove each other wrong. Rarely do people think of divorce as something that can be achieved in a peaceful manner. Indeed, all divorce cases have ups and downs, and… Read More »
Here’s How You Can Get A Quick Divorce In Florida
To many people, the only thing that is worse than getting divorced is the process of getting divorced. Many individuals dread the divorce process. If you are about to get a divorce in Florida, you are likely asking yourself how you can get a quick divorce. Probably you are asking yourself this because you… Read More »
Can I Date During My Florida Divorce?
Some divorcing individuals are not in a hurry to get back out there and start dating. In fact, some people even decide never to date again after a divorce. On the other hand, some divorcing individuals feel ready to get back into dating even before their divorce is finalized. For example, some couples are… Read More »
Divorce And Gifts
During a Florida divorce, one major issue that couples need to address is property division. In Florida divorce, all martial assets are identified at the time of the filing of a divorce, at which time they are classified as either marital or non-marital for purposes of division. It is a myth that in Florida,… Read More »
5 Signs You Need To Hire A Divorce Attorney
If you are about to get a Florida divorce, you might be wondering whether you should hire a divorce attorney. While you are not required to have a lawyer to get a Florida divorce, it is usually advisable to at least consult a divorce lawyer before you move forward with your divorce. Embarking on… Read More »
What Should You Do If You Are Facing False Domestic Violence Charges During Divorce?
Domestic violence (not limited to intimate partner and child abuse) is a common problem in Florida and the U.S. as a whole. According to research, domestic violence affects millions of people in the U.S. every year. Domestic violence includes a range of abuse, including, but not limited to, sexual, economic, emotional, physical, and psychological. … Read More »
Collaborative Divorce Vs. Mediation: Which Is The Right Option For You?
You probably have heard many things about mediation and collaborative divorce. Therefore, if you are about to get a divorce, you might be feeling confused about which option to choose. So, which option between mediation and collaborative divorce is right for you? Simply put, which option is right for you is determined by; the… Read More »
Pets And Visitation
For many years, divorcing couples have wanted to fight for “custody” of the family pet or pets; however, these couples were frustrated by the law. As a general rule, legislation in all states has historically considered pets as property, just like couches and cars. Thus, since pets are property, the court does not have… Read More »
Florida Divorce: Parenting Courses
When it comes to divorce cases, there are several things that parents need to do to ensure they get a favorable outcome. For example, in Florida, parents of minor children are required to take parenting courses before they can obtain a court-ordered final divorce judgment. While you might feel like this requirement questions your… Read More »
How Does Domestic Violence Influence Alimony And Property Division Decisions In Florida?
Under Florida Statute 741.28, domestic violence is defined as “any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another family or household member.” Sadly, domestic violence remains a huge… Read More »