Oviedo Law Blog
When should you update your will?
Many things can change in life after you compose your will. This is why you should never think your will is set in stone. You may have to revisit it again and again over the course of your life. You might want to remove provisions that made sense at the time, revise...
Why establishing paternity is important
When you have a child with your spouse, there is an automatic assumption that your spouse is the father of your child. In cases where a child is born out of wedlock, however, this is not necessarily the case. Several situations arising after the birth of your child...
Should you settle your divorce or go to court?
You have many questions when you are going through a divorce. Who will get the house? How will you work out child custody? The biggest question has nothing to do with possessions or relationships. Should you try to settle the divorce yourself or go to court? How...
What factors affect property division?
Dividing your property in a divorce is not an easy process, and it often ends in having to ask the court to make some decisions. When the court divides property, it must follow Florida law. According to the Florida Statutes, the court always starts with the mindset...
Seeking temporary custody as an extended family member
Being part of a family means stepping up to help when a loved one is in need. You may have a family member who is unable to take care of his or her young children due to a temporary situation. Examples include a medical condition or disability that affects a parent's...
Can I change the terms of my trust?
If you are looking for a way to avoid sending your assets through probate, you may find establishing a trust is an attractive option. You can set up a trust, place your assets into it, and establish how you want your trust assets distributed following your death. How...
What is a collaborative divorce?
It is a fallacy that all divorces happen in the courtroom. In reality no two divorces are completely alike and there are many ways to inject preferences into the process. Of course, if you and your ex-spouse are very acrimonious toward each other, the only option may...
Handling concerns about the other parent’s home environment
When parents who are not together share custody of children, some disagreements are natural. However, you may be unsure of how to proceed if you have serious concerns about whether your child is safe, healthy and cared for with his or her other parent. Learn more...
A long-term outlook on your divorce
When people prepare for their divorce, they often focus on issues of immediate concern, such as who will take care of the children, how the divorce process will affect one's work schedule and legal fees associated with the end of a marriage. However, it is vital to...
Communication may help prevent feuds after your death
While you may not find thinking about death to be an exciting part of your future, your decision to be proactive and organize your estate when it is not a stressful time can be one of the best choices you can make. Not only will you have peace of mind knowing that...
