Recent Blog Posts
Moving Into Your First Homeowners’ Association
Most new single family developments in Florida are part of a homeowners’ association (HOA) nowadays, but for many, moving into the subdivision means agreeing to live by a host of rules that may be new to them. While the HOA rules are generally contained in the contract of sale, not everyone reads or understands… Read More »
Why Do I Need A Prenuptial Agreement?
In the mind of most average people, a prenuptial agreement, also called a prenup, is only for those with significant assets.. In reality, depending on the situation you find yourself in before marriage, a prenup is often a good idea even for couples who may have fewer assets to distribute upon divorce. Each case… Read More »
Parenting Time and Child Support In Florida
When two people decide to divorce, asset distribution may not take a very long time, but deciding issues of parenting time and child support payments can draw out proceedings for ages if not handled appropriately. What many couples do not immediately grasp is that parenting time can play a role in arriving at an… Read More »
Explaining Retroactive Child Support in Florida
The concept of retroactive child support can be confusing to many divorcing parents, who may ask what ‘retroactivity’ is relevant. However, Florida law allows the custodial parent to petition, in some cases, for child support dating not just to the divorce, but to the initial separation. This may not always be available, but if… Read More »
Sorting Out Finances In A Florida Military Divorce
A divorce between one or two members of the U.S. military is a very different process than a standard civilian divorce. Everything from timing to custody can be affected, especially if the military servicemember(s) in the marriage are actively deployed. However, the issue of finances is by far the most complex and potentially divisive… Read More »
Condos and Hurricanes: Who Is Liable For Damages?
Hurricane season is a fact of life in Florida, and if you are unfortunate enough to sustain damage to your condominium, it is understandable to want things to get back to normal as quickly as possible. However, there can sometimes be confusion about who is required under Florida law to pay for which repairs…. Read More »
How To Avoid Florida Probate
Probate is the process by which a will is verified as valid, after which the assets in the will can be given to the beneficiaries specified in the document itself. Sometimes this process is necessary and cannot be avoided. However, sometimes the way one plans their estate may enable them to avoid Florida probate,… Read More »
Prenuptial Agreements & Estate Planning
Most of the time, prenuptial agreements, called prenups, are executed by two people planning to marry, with the intent of establishing which assets they want to retain and divide in the event of a divorce. However, prenups have other uses – most commonly, to establish bequests and other preferences surrounding one’s estate planning. It… Read More »
Can I Avoid Paying Florida Child Support?
If you have children and you are in the process of getting a divorce, one of your main concerns will likely be the issue of child support. Generally, Florida requires all parents to contribute to the maintenance of their children, and gives the custodial parent a lot of options to force payment if the… Read More »
Misconceptions About The Florida Probate Process
Probate is a complex process, generally requiring the help of an experienced attorney. However, too many people go into the system with misunderstandings and false information on board, which can lead to bad decisions. If you have lost a loved one, you have an obligation to try and ensure that their wishes are respected… Read More »
