Divorce for people 50 and older (a so-called “gray” divorce) has become increasingly common in recent years. In Florida, where a significant portion of the population is older, this is a growing concern. While there are fundamentals in any divorce including property...
When a Florida couple sits down to start negotiating the terms of their divorce, things can really start to seem overwhelming. The emotional upheaval of the moment can cloud their judgement and ability to pragmatically assess the financial big picture. Marriage is an...
Married couples who go through a divorce need to separate the life they shared together into two separate lives. Under Florida law, this can occur in many different ways, but generally people will need to determine issues such as child custody and parenting time if...
Many people who have gone through the process will say that a divorce, even a difficult high net worth divorce, was ultimately worth it. Of course, there will likely be trials and tribulations, but at the end, one’s post-divorce life is worth any heartache needed to...
Going through a divorce can be an extremely emotional experience. It can feel as though your life has been turned upside down and the issues that must be dealt with can seem daunting. One of those issues, property division, can be complex and fill you with questions....
When a marriage fails, it does not mean it will be filled with animosity. While there may be several issues to resolve, it is possible for divorcing spouses to work together to reach a final divorce agreement. Moving through the process, however, may be a challenge....
It can take a lot of time and hard work to become a doctor, lawyer or small business owner. However, with effort and the proper support these can be very lucrative endeavors. Oftentimes, if a couple in the Fort Myers area is married one spouse will stay at home to...
We all know about the cost of divorce, but often overlook divorce's financial benefits. A recent national article outlines some of these key advantages, which include: Access to retirement savings: While normally we have to wait until we are retirement age to withdraw...
Social media has impacted nearly every aspect of our lives and divorce is no different. In today's interconnected world, a single post on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or other social media platform can have a significant impact on your legal standing in a divorce. If...
Every Florida divorce involves the division of the couple’s assets. For some couples, with low net worth, dividing assets is a minor matter, but for couples with a high net worth, the proper division of their assets can become a major issue. The process of dividing...
