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Managing Digital Assets In Your Estate Plan
You have drafted and updated a will, filled out your healthcare proxy and power of attorney forms, formed an irrevocable trust and charitable trust and are ready to relax and enjoy retirement. Sure, you have a few online accounts and some intellectual property, but as long as you make some provisions in your will,… Read More »
Social Media Best Practices For Divorced Parents And Their Children
Andrew and Michelle were divorced last year in a very painful and public break-up. Throughout the separation, Michelle would post about how she was feeling or what she was going through on her Facebook account, much to Andrew’s chagrin. She would also post daily photos of their two kids, Samantha and Alan, on Facebook… Read More »
Adding To A Blended Family Through Stepchild Adoption
When you remarry after a divorce, often you become part of a larger blended family. You and your new spouse may both have children from previous marriages and are now stepparents. Although adoption may seem straightforward for couples who do not have children, is it possible for a stepparent to adopt their stepchild? Adopting… Read More »
Creating A Dynasty Trust In Florida
Many people entering retirement are prepared for the living expenses of everyday life, but few have considered how to protect the lives of their most vulnerable family members, like great-grandchildren. If a great-grandparent indicates that a young descendant should receive a portion of their estate in their will, is this a guarantee that it… Read More »
How Does Proof Of Adultery Impact The Outcome Of A Divorce In Florida?
Highschool sweethearts who have been married for 17 years are filing for divorce. The cause: one spouse has cheated and the affair has gone for at least a year. The plaintiff spouse has now learned that the defendant spouse spent through their child’s college fund savings in order to support his new lifestyle and… Read More »
Navigating The 2021-2022 School Year In A Blended Florida Family
The new school year is quickly approaching. Many parents were hopeful that children would no longer need to wear masks at school, or at least not in the classroom. And while Governor DeSantis has made it clear he will not force students to wear a mask, COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Florida and… Read More »
Divorcing? Who Keeps The House?
Divorce among older couples is on the rise throughout the United States. Couples are delaying divorce until after the kids have graduated school and are out of the house. Speaking of the house, who gets to keep real property after a divorce is final? Do couples always have to sell the family home if… Read More »
Divorcing A Spouse In The Military
Divorce is not easy for anyone. The entire divorce process is trying for all involved parties, their shared children and extended family. Making the transition to split is something that parties give a lot of thought and consideration. There’s no such thing as a clean break. It’s difficult to sell assets, the family home… Read More »
Is Cryptocurrency A Marital Asset In Florida?
Read any financial news article and it is hard to avoid discussion of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency in general. Everyone seems to be talking about it, from Elon Musk to Kim Kardashian. Is it a fad, a get rich quick scheme, or the future of currency? While speculations vary, the more important question is whether… Read More »
Contesting Service Of Process In Florida
One of the key components of filing a complaint for divorce, custody, or even a modification is also serving the defendant or respondent in the case with a copy of the pleading you file with the court of jurisdiction. A pleading is a legal document filed with the court asking the court to do… Read More »
