Divorce and Family Law Blog

Even though Florida is a no-fault divorce state, one spouse must file a petition with the court to begin the divorce process. The spouse must serve the Summons and Petition for Dissolution of Marriage on their spouse. Delivery of a copy of the divorce papers to your spouse is called service of process. Service of […]

A surrogate is a person who acts on someone else’s behalf or as a substitute. In fertility law, a surrogate mother is a woman who carries a child for another person. Florida recognizes two forms of surrogacy with different parental rights for the surrogate mother. What Are the Types of Surrogacy Recognized by Florida Law? […]

The attorney-client privilege is one of the pillars of the Anglo-American legal system. Most legal scholars would argue that the legal system would be paralyzed without it. Litigants frequently rely on it in divorce, child custody, and domestic violence proceedings, as well as criminal proceedings.  It is easy, however, to confuse attorney-client privilege with similar […]

Spousal privilege is an important part of family law. It’s a legal rule that protects a marriage contract in court. It affects a wide range of court cases in Orlando, Florida. Married couples need to understand what spousal privilege means. This article will provide useful information on the limitations of spousal privilege. The Core Principle […]

Florida uses standard child support guidelines for determining child support obligations. The guidelines provide a base amount. However, courts can deviate from Florida child support guidelines for numerous reasons. Understanding how child support is calculated in Florida is important if you are going through a divorce or child custody case. Working with an experienced Orlando […]

Manipulative behavior can create problems in a marriage. A spouse may intentionally create situations they can control to gain power over their spouse. Sometimes, spouses manipulate situations they did not create to their advantage.  Unfortunately, it can be challenging to recognize when your spouse is manipulating you. The manipulation may be subtle and could take […]

Did you know there are over 3.2 million lawsuits filed in Florida each year? That’s over 1.5 million losing parties each year. While losing a case isn’t always a matter of choosing the wrong attorney, odds are, a vast number are. When you’re picking a lawyer, it’s like choosing a teammate for one of life’s […]

“Service of process” is a necessary prerequisite to a lawsuit or a claim, including the initiation of family law actions such as divorce and petitions to modify existing child custody or child support arrangements.  You serve process on a defendant in a lawsuit when you have a neutral third party notify them of the proceedings […]

Divorces are difficult experiences for everyone involved. The process can be long and stressful. The cost of divorce in Florida depends on several factors and varies significantly from case to case. To help you plan and budget for a divorce, here’s a look at common divorce expenses in Florida. For specific questions about your case, […]

A typical divorce is complex, time-consuming, and traumatic. You might question whether you wish to suffer all of this just for the sake of your divorce. Additionally, if you are having financial problems, you might feel that you simply cannot afford to pay a lawyer.  So, can you file for a divorce without a lawyer? […]