March 6, 2024 \ Family Law What Is a Subpoena?
A subpoena is a written order issued by a court, a lawyer, or an authorized administrative body. A subpoena orders the recipient to produce documents or give testimony relating to a legal case or investigation. Failure to comply can carry serious penalties. Subpoenas are useful in family law cases, including divorce, child support, and alimony. […]
Read more... February 21, 2024 \ Divorce How To Serve Divorce Papers in Orlando, FL
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 […]
Read more... February 21, 2024 \ Florida Law Surrogacy in Florida: Does the Surrogate Mother Have Any Parental Rights?
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? […]
Read more... January 30, 2024 \ Family Law What’s Attorney-Client Privilege?
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 […]
Read more... January 24, 2024 \ Family Law Limitations on Spousal Privilege in Orlando, FL
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 […]
Read more... January 24, 2024 \ Child Support Deviating From Florida Child Support Guidelines
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 […]
Read more... December 22, 2023 \ Miscellaneous Gaslighting: How To Recognize Your Spouse’s Manipulative Behavior
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 […]
Read more... November 22, 2023 \ Family Law Top 6 Telltale Signs You Hired a Bad Lawyer and How to Avoid it in the Future
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 […]
Read more... November 22, 2023 \ Family Law What Exactly Can a Process Server Do To Serve Papers?
“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 […]
Read more... October 19, 2023 \ Divorce How Much Does a Divorce Cost in Florida Without a Lawyer?
It is difficult to calculate how much a divorce costs in Florida with absolute accuracy. Each case is unique. The circumstances of the situation will ultimately determine the costs and time involved in obtaining a divorce. The primary factor determining the divorce cost in Florida is the spouses’ ability to reach an agreement. The cost […]
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