When people work through the divorce process, an array of questions and challenges may arise. In Florida, separating from a spouse can cause stress and result in each party financially in various ways. For example, your marital property may be split up, or you may be...
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When pets are valuable: Your asset division matters
What happens if your pet is more than just a pet? Your dog is a champion and brings in an income. You train him hard and breed your other pets as well. You make thousands this way, but how will the courts address this?When you're going through a high-asset divorce...
Reviewing the pros and cons of a prenup
When it comes to marriage, there are a number of individual considerations that are unique to a couple. For example, some couples tie the knot with a relatively modest income, while others get married with significant assets. In Lee County, Florida, and across the...
Can prenups have a negative impact on child support?
When it comes to prenuptial agreements, you may have an array of considerations to mull over, such as how your property will be divided with your other spouse. In Lee County, and other regions in the state of Florida, some couples who have signed a prenuptial...
Managing emotions that arise during a custody dispute
For both parents and children, the emotional toll of divorce can be significant. However, there are ways that parents in Lee County and all across the state of Florida can make these stressful issues easier for children, as well as themselves. At Fried and Fried, we...
What happens to prenups with void marriages?
When it comes to marriage, divorce and prenuptial agreements, people often have an array of considerations to mull over. In Lee County, and cities over all of Florida, some couples may disagree over whether a prenuptial agreement is appropriate, while others may run...
Authorities apprehend a dozen over back child support
When a father is unable to pay child support, he may be facing various problems. In addition to the stress and depression that may come with unpaid child support, the father could be going through a hard time financially. Perhaps he lost his job or experienced an...
4 reasons you may want to consider a prenup
You got married in 1998 and divorced in 2011. You're now considering a second marriage. Since it's a bit later on in life, you're bringing a lot more assets to the table, with a net worth that is now over $1,000,000. You're proud of what you've accomplished and you...
What is a batterer’s intervention program?
When someone is served an injunction due to allegations of domestic violence, their life many change in various ways. For example, they may be unable to come within a certain distance of their marital partner for a set period of time or for the rest of their life. In...
Talking to your fiancé about a prenup
Whether a couple finds themselves in an argument or one person is unsure of whether they should sign a prenuptial agreement, prenups can have an impact on couples in various ways. If you do not know if the prenuptial agreement you have been asked to sign is fair, or...

