Category Archives: divorce
The Three Most Common Reasons to Get a Post Divorce Modification in Florida
Most people feel a major sense of relief after finalizing their divorce. While it is often bittersweet, a finalized divorce lets both parties start to move forward with their lives. That being said, if the former spouses still have ongoing obligations to each other, a divorce agreement/judgment is not always set in stone—it may… Read More »
An Overview of the Collaborative Divorce Process Act
Most divorce couples want to find amicable, low conflict solutions. Few people truly go into a divorce wanting a fight. Although divorces certainly have the potential to turn nasty, fierce disputes can often be avoided. In Florida, there is a legal process called “collaborative divorce” that is designed to encourage separating couples to work… Read More »
What to Do If Your Ex Falls Behind on Alimony Payments
Under Florida law (Florida Statutes § 61.08), one spouse may be ordered to pay their former partner alimony following a marital separation. As a general rule, this tends to occur when the marriage lasted for a substantial period of time and there is a gap in the current and future economic prospects of each… Read More »
Is Same Sex Divorce Different in Florida?
Same sex marriage has been legally recognized in Florida since early January of 2015—when the state court case of Brenner v. Scott went into effect. Less than six months later, the Supreme Court of the United States legalized same sex marriage nationwide. Now, same sex couples have the right to get married—and divorced—in every… Read More »
Four Tips to Avoid a Damaging Divorce
We all know how divorce is portrayed — it is nasty and damaging process. You have probably heard plenty of horror stories about divorce. Fortunately, it does not have to be that way. While it is never easy, many divorcing couples in Florida are able to come to low-conflict resolutions that work for all… Read More »
What Happens If You Fail to Respond to Divorce Papers in Florida
Were you served divorce papers in Florida? If so, you need to take immediate action to protect your rights. After being served with divorce papers, it is in your best interest to submit a response. To be clear, the failure to respond to divorce papers will not stop your marriage from ending — the… Read More »
Are Student Loans Marital Property in Florida?
If you are getting divorced in Tampa, FL, it is far more likely that student loans will be an issue in your case than it was in decades past. More and more people are carrying substantial student loan debt later and later in life. According to reporting from Forbes Magazine, Americans now have a… Read More »
What You Should Know About Prenuptial Agreements Before Divorce
When you are thinking about filing for divorce in Florida, you should always work with an experienced Tampa divorce attorney to ensure that your case runs as smoothly as possible. One of the ways in which your divorce might not go exactly as planned is if you have a premarital agreement—also known as a… Read More »
How Divorce Affects a Child’s Educational Achievements
When parents in Hillsborough County decide to get divorced, they often worry about how their decision to split up will impact the emotional well-being of their children. In some cases, parents focus on the immediate aftermath of the divorce and their kids’ reactions to spending time in two separate households and splitting time between… Read More »
What is the Difference Between a Divorce and an Annulment in Florida?
If you are thinking about ending your marriage, you might be wondering whether you should file for divorce or seek an annulment. In colloquial terms, many people assume that annulment is a procedure for marriages that are short-lived, or that were entered into by both parties without enough foresight. In other words, there is… Read More »
