When going through a divorce, your will might be the last thing on your mind. Instead, you may be busy with other matters that could be more urgent, such as settling property-related issues and creating child custody arrangements. Still, it can be vital to review your...
Divorce
What are the different categories of alimony that can be awarded?
In Florida family law cases, people who are in the middle of a dispute over how much alimony will be paid might think that it is a simple matter of the court deciding what would be a fair resolution, determining how long it will last and issuing the order. However, it...
Don’t overlook these factors when dividing real estate in divorce
Real estate can carry a lot of value, making up a significant portion of your marital estate. When you’re in the midst of divorce, then, figuring out what to do with these properties can be key to your future and your financial success. But what’s the best way to go...
Don’t make these gray divorce mistakes
Getting divorced later in life is tough. It can be hard to untangle your life from someone that you once loved and that you were connected to for years or decades. But dealing with the financial ramifications of gray divorce can be even more difficult. And you need to...
What you need to know about ‘equitable distribution’
Couples in Florida who are getting ready to go through a divorce have probably heard the term “equitable distribution” come up in their research about the legal process. At the same time, the word “fair” may arise quite commonly as well. So, what do you need to know...
Dividing stock options in a divorce
Florida law calls for divorcing couples to divide their marital property equitably, meaning in a way that meets standards of fairness under state law. This process is known as property division, and it's often the most technically difficult aspect of a divorce. And,...
Should we work on our marriage or call it quits?
All marriages have their ups and downs. There are things that we can do to help smooth over those rough patches. However, at some point, no amount of patching can fix a truly broken marriage. How do couples know when it is time to call it quits? Try before the split...
Does a spouse’s contribution to earning power impact alimony?
Florida residents who have been fortunate enough to build wealth will often say they could not have done it without help from their spouse. This goes beyond crediting a husband or wife with encouraging them in various ways as they sought to advance. It includes giving...
Is divorce always harder on one spouse than the other?
Any divorce has the potential to be filled with uncertainty and acrimony for the two soon-to-be ex-spouses involved. Sometimes, however, the divorce process can be harder on one spouse over the other, depending on the facts of the case. In fact, a recent news article...
Successfully divorcing a narcissistic, lying spouse
Getting through any divorce is tough, given the emotionality involved and the legal issues that you’ll have to confront. The challenges of your divorce can be magnified when you’re dealing with a spouse who lies and focuses on nothing but winning and making you pay....