Florida residents who have a will written may want to revisit it from time to time. Though having a will at all is a step ahead of the crowd, you cannot simply write one and forget about it. You should keep it updated through all major life changes. A will represents...
The consequences of failing to pay child support
The laws in Florida are stringent when it comes to matters surrounding child support. Failure to pay child support may lead a parent into serious problems, especially if they can pay the support. It is easy for the court to find parents in contempt, a severe offense...
A hostile ex can create divorce and child custody issues
Like many other Florida residents, it may have taken you a considerable amount of time to decide to move forward with ending your marriage. You may have weighed the pros and cons over and over to ensure that you would not make matters worse or make the wrong decision...
Divorce rates spike in summer
For many, summer brings thoughts of relaxation, outdoor gatherings, and more time together with family and friends. Summer holidays, kids home from school and family vacations often conjure thoughts of laughter, fun and togetherness. If your marriage is...
Setting up a parenting plan that encourages unified parenting
Nearly every parent here in Orlando, or anywhere else for that matter, knows that many kids rival the best psychologists, interrogators and con artists in the world. If they can find a weakness in their parents' solidarity, they will exploit it. Even though this...
How to avoid confrontation in divorce
When you decided to file a petition for divorce in a Florida court, you understood that it would prompt many changes in your life, especially concerning your children. No matter what issues have led you to this point, you no doubt want to achieve a fair and agreeable...
Collaborative divorce: A better way to dissolve a marriage
Every year, numerous couples in Florida decide to call it quits on their marriages. Every year, some of those couples spend time looking for ways to make the divorce process as painless and easy as possible. If you are ending your marriage and you want to avoid court...
Missed out on creating a prenup? You still have options
Getting married may have been one of the best days of your life. You may have spent months finding the perfect dress or tux, venue and cake, and making numerous other choices, or your wedding may have been spur of the moment but no less meaningful. Because you knew...
Alternative dispute resolution is not for everyone
The details of your marriage breakup are likely very different from those of other divorcing couples. While many spouses simply drift apart, others go through traumatic conflicts they can't resolve, and still others may experience a series of betrayals....
Keep these things in mind when seeking full custody of your child
Divorce can be a stressful experience. If you and your spouse disagree about which of you should have custody of your child, things can get extremely messy. You no doubt want to avoid contentious, drawn-out courtroom battles. However, you know your ex is not going to...