Are you going through a divorce in Florida? Have you been a stay-at home mom for much of your marriage? If you answer 'yes' to both of these questions, you may be entitled to obtain the monetary support you need after your divorce is complete. A legal reprieve . . ....
Major changes in the works for alimony and child custody laws
For those going through a divorce, child custody and alimony are likely two of the most contentious issues. Both have far-reaching impacts on an individual's family and way of life. Now the methods judges use to make determinations about these issues in Florida may be...
How much alimony?
In a prior blog I dealt with the types of alimony. But how much alimony will I have to pay or how much alimony will I receive? There are no charts or statutes that specify the amount. There are only general guidelines in the case law and statutes. The basic model...
Alimony
In most divorces, the question of alimony comes up. Will I or he or she be entitled to alimony? If so how much? There are several different types of alimony and each is based upon the needs of the recipient and the ability of the other party to pay. A party may have a...