Whenever a couple decides to end their marriage, emotions can run high and daily life can be very stressful. However, these challenges can be even more difficult for high-couple profiles who live throughout the state of Florida. At Fried and Fried, we are all too...
Fort Myers Florida Family Law Legal Blog
5 things that make divorce more complicated
You're heading toward divorce. You hope it's going to be simple. You just want to move on from this relationship. You're done with it, and you want to put it in the past.Unfortunately, you know that divorce often gets complicated. What are some things to watch out...
Do immigrant domestic violence victims have legal protections?
With regard to domestic violence, it is crucial to keep in mind that each situation is unique and there are many factors that can make a case complicated. For example, some people may have children and could worry about how dealing with domestic violence could affect...
How do you file a restraining order in Florida?
If you are a resident of Florida and a victim of stalking, you may find it necessary to file a restraining order, or take out what is known as an “injunction” on a person you believe is attempting to cause you harm. Injunctions are legally binding...
Unmarried parents and child custody
When it comes to family law, various issues arise, all of which can be challenging. From dividing marital property to setting up a child support order, couples may encounter a wide variety of legal hurdles when splitting up. However, if you are an unmarried parent and...
Could filing for divorce affect my taxes?
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...
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...

