Going through a divorce can be a highly stressful process, and the splitting up of property and children is difficult enough without pets making the situation all the more complicated. In the modern courts, pets are increasingly being treated as more than just property, and instead are viewed as members of the family and individuals who also have best…
If your spouse is nowhere to be found for a while and likely not returning, chances are you want to end the marriage and move on with your life. Many people mistakenly believe that two spouses must sign the papers to get a divorce, though it is possible to legally dissolve a marriage without the presence of your spouse….
If you have a medical practice, divorce can be a frightening prospect. After all, Florida requires you to divide your marital property and assets in an equitable manner, so will your spouse get half of your practice? Will you have to sell the business you worked so hard to build? The good news is that divorce does not have…
During the school year, you and your children likely have a routine involving school, homework, sports, and other scheduled activities. However, once school lets out for the summer, many kids have an open schedule. This can cause issues to arise regarding the timesharing plan between you and your child’s other parent. There are different conflicts that might come up,…
Some spouses might want to live separately, but they are not ready to get divorced. This could be for financial reasons, religious beliefs, or perhaps uncertainty of whether or not they might reconcile. Getting divorced is generally irreversible, while separation is always reversible if the spouses agree. This makes separation a beneficial choice for many couples. However, unlike many…
If ongoing alimony has been awarded in your divorce case or alimony petition, you may seek to modify ib after a certain amount of time. Either former spouse can request a modification, but they will have to demonstrate to the court that there is a substantial change in circumstances since the award of the alimony payment. The change in…
Affirmations can be a powerful tool in your tool box especially when you are going through any type of change in your life. Your mind affects your actions far more than any other physical part of your body. The internal dialogue that you have with yourself is likely full of negative reinforcing thoughts especially when you are going through…
Florida is a no-fault divorce state, which means you do not need to explain or provide a reason to the Court for your request for the divorce. You simply need to want the divorce and to state that your marriage is irretrievably broken and there’s no change that either of you can repair it. If you meet the residency…
If you are thinking of making an adoption plan for your child, you may be wondering how you would start the process. You don’t have to be an expert in adoptions, but it is important to consult with the right experts. The first step if you are considering adoption is to speak with one of our adoption professionals to…
Although many furnishes and household items may have sentimental value to their owners, negotiating who gets household goods and personal possessions in a divorce can become very expensive. If a couple wants to pay their attorneys to negotiate possession of items, the costs are going to add up quickly. For household goods and personal items that have nominal value,…
