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Understanding & Interpreting Florida Child Support Guidelines
Child support is often the most highly contested part of divorce proceedings, and Florida’s legislature has worked to have a straightforward process for calculating the appropriate support amount in any given situation. However, there are so many different variations in family situations that can make finding the right amount difficult. The right attorney can… Read More »
Class Gifts In Florida Probate
When a person is drawing up their will, they may decide to give what is known as a class gift. A class gift is a bequest of assets or funds to a specific group of people in a person’s will. However, it is not uncommon for disputes to arise about the nature of the… Read More »
Parenting Time & Visitation In Military Divorce
Getting a divorce is never easy, even if the process is amicable. However, divorce for military couples can be even more complex simply because of the peripatetic lifestyle that being in the U.S. Armed Forces may require. This is doubly evident when discussing difficult issues like parenting time and visitation – most parents want… Read More »
Why Have A Prenuptial Agreement?
In this day and age, many Florida couples are choosing to have a prenuptial agreement, or ‘prenup,’ in place before they officially marry, despite the potentially difficult decisions it may trigger. While its approach to marriage may be the opposite of romantic, there are several reasons why executing a prenup can leave your relationship… Read More »
Who Pays For Hurricane Damages After A Storm?
The one-two punch of Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck Florida in September-October 2024, causing “truly historic” damage across the state and a death toll in the hundreds. While the Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale area was spared much of the worst devastation, high winds and flooding caused problems for residents and visitors, as well as damage to… Read More »
Digital Assets In Florida Probate
When a person begins their estate planning, their aim is to dispose of all their assets in the way they prefer, usually while trying to avoid Florida probate. However, it is not uncommon for some to forget to handle their digital assets, particularly those who lack a constant online presence. If you are at… Read More »
What Can A Spouse Recover In A Military Divorce?
Getting a divorce is never easy, but getting a divorce when one or both spouses are members of the military can be particularly complex. Different laws govern certain aspects of a military divorce, meaning that issues like asset distribution may require more discussion. If you choose to divorce in Florida, it is important to… Read More »
Challenging A Florida Prenuptial Agreement
Prenuptial agreements, or ‘prenups,’ are legal and binding contracts between two people who are engaged to be married. The normal purpose of a prenup is to settle certain issues that might otherwise cause contention between the spouses during any future divorce proceedings. However, not every prenup is created equal; sometimes, a document will be… Read More »
Fraud or Duress Can Invalidate A Prenuptial Agreement
Prenuptial agreements, or ‘prenups,’ are much more common than they used to be, and many states have accordingly simplified their laws on how to execute one, as well as on what can and cannot be contained in the agreement itself. A prenup is a contract, and legally binds both parties once it has been… Read More »
Explaining ‘Imputed Income’ In Child Support Cases
When a couple divorces, one of the most hotly disputed issues during proceedings is likely to be child support. While good parents obviously want the best for their children, they can still argue over how much support will be, particularly if one spouse makes more than the other in income. A small percentage of… Read More »
