Divorce and Family Law Blog

Child custody is a common issue in divorce cases. Parents who want to end their marriage must decide how to divide parenting responsibilities for their minor children. However, issues related to child custody can arise in many situations. It might be necessary for a parent to file an emergency motion for custody. The petitioning parent […]

The child support system in Florida can be confusing. To make matters worse, it can involve a hefty amount of paperwork, court appearances, and obtuse legislation. All of this can make getting the support you need far more difficult than it should be.  So if you’re confused about the process, don’t worry. Here’s what you […]

Dividing marital property is one of the most contentious and stressful parts of divorce proceedings. Florida law uses equitable distribution guidelines to determine how marital property is divided in a Florida divorce. Equitable distribution seeks to divide property fairly and evenly between spouses, not 50/50.  Marital property is anything the couple purchased, obtained, or gained […]

Not all couples need to hire an attorney to divorce in Orlando, Florida. You can prepare and file the divorce papers yourself. However, there are situations where having legal counsel can protect your best interests. Deciding whether you need a divorce lawyer can be challenging. If you and your spouse agree that you want to […]

Some families manage to resolve disputes without resorting to legal intervention. However, in some cases, immediate action is necessary to shield children from an injury stemming from family conflicts. In these cases, understanding your rights as a parent and familiarizing yourself with emergency child custody laws in Florida can benefit you. You’ll help ensure that […]

In Florida, a custodial parent has primary physical custody of a child following a legal divorce or separation. As part of the legal requirements imposed by Florida family courts, custodial parents are responsible for the day-to-day care of a child. They must decide about the child’s health, education, and welfare. Whether you’re thinking about divorce, […]

Child support and child custody are two separate matters. A court could grant sole custody to one parent and restrict visitation while still requiring the non-custodial parent to pay child support. Florida uses child support guidelines to determine how much child support a parent must pay. However, judges can deviate from the guidelines in some […]

Florida Statute §61.13 indicates that it is the state’s policy that child custody decisions are made in accordance with the best interests of the child. The state takes the position that children benefit from continuing and frequent contact with both parents. Therefore, Florida does not make a presumption of which parent should have custody of […]

Divorce or dissolution of marriage can be difficult, even when both spouses agree that it is best. It can be incredibly frustrating when one spouse refuses to cooperate with the divorce process. Unfortunately, it can also result in a battle in divorce court when a spouse refuses to negotiate a fair settlement for property division, […]

Premarital agreements (also referred to as “prenuptial agreements” or “prenups”) are legal documents that lay a foundation for how a couple will handle the financial affairs of their relationship before getting married. These agreements include financial decisions such as who will own property acquired before the marriage and whether the couple will co-own a joint […]