Premarital agreements – also referred to as prenuptial agreements or “prenups” – are commonly used in many Florida marriages. Often, this is due to one or both parties having substantial assets, owning a business, being in line to inherit a major sum or to protect...
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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...
Determining the best interests of the child in child custody
When parents are embroiled in a child custody dispute in Florida family law courts, they may have different goals in mind for how the situation should be resolved. But, family law judges in Florida have only one goal in mind in these legal circumstances: achieving a...
Establishing and calculating child support during a divorce
Maybe it’s the holidays or the change in needs and wants of your child as they age, but raising a child can easily take a good chunk out of your paycheck. For divorcing parents, the idea of managing these costs can feel emotionally and financially draining. As such,...
Considering a prenuptial agreement
If you and your future spouse are high income earners or have a significant net worth, you may want to consider creating a prenuptial agreement, also known as a prenup. This agreement outlines how your assets and debts will be divided if you divorce. Asset examples...
What is collaborative law and how might it help your divorce?
If you are getting ready to go through a divorce, you’re probably looking forward to just getting it over with. We all know there can be a high level of emotions as a divorce proceeds and it is always better to get an unpleasant experience behind you. However, a...
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,...
Can child support orders deviate based on high net worth?
Child support can lead to disagreement between the parents in a Florida divorce. While there are guidelines in place to determine how much will be paid, it is not set in stone. Various factors can alter the amount. For people who are lucky enough to have a substantial...
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...