Category Archives: Divorce
How to Enforce Divorce Orders in Florida
After a divorce, a family court will issue many orders regarding the terms of the divorce. These orders may address issues such as property division, child custody, and child support, to name just a few. Court orders are final and legally binding. They must be followed and there are serious consequences for those who… Read More »
The Truth Behind Common Divorce Myths
There are many myths surrounding divorce in Florida. Many of these are due to the fact that people going through the process seek advice from friends and family, even those who have not gotten divorced in the past. When people have gotten divorced, they also often believe the law will work the same way… Read More »
Why are Gray Divorces Becoming So Common?
Many people assume that when a couple has been married for many years, perhaps even decades, they will stay together forever. Unfortunately, that is not always true. Adults aged between 55 and 64 years old have the highest divorce rate among married couples above the age of 20 years old, according to the United… Read More »
Is Divorce Mediation Required in Florida?
If you are about to get a divorce, you may think you have a long and bitter courtroom battle ahead of you. Fortunately, your case may not have to be that way. You and your spouse can reach an agreement resolving all the terms of your divorce. These terms include property division, child custody,… Read More »
How is Debt Handled During Divorce?
Many people are aware that divorce involves the process of dividing the marital assets between the two parties. However, all marital property is subject to division, and that includes marital debt. Due to the fact that creditors and lenders are not legally bound by the terms of a divorce decree, post-divorce debt can become… Read More »
Five Steps to Take if You are Thinking of Divorce
No marriage is perfect and even the happiest of unions are bound to hit rough patches at one point or another. Sometimes, though, the situation has become so and, or even so unhealthy, that one or both spouses see no other solution than divorce. Making the decision to divorce is extremely difficult. It is… Read More »
5 Common Questions During Divorce
Going through a divorce is a confusing time. You will feel many emotions, have to make important decisions, and think about protecting your future. It can all be very overwhelming and you will likely have many questions. Below, our Brandon divorce attorney provides the answers to five of the most common questions we hear…. Read More »
Can My Spouse Pay My Divorce Legal Fees?
It is no surprise that divorce is expensive. Depending on whether a case is contested, the number of disputes involved, and whether it needs to go through litigation, a divorce can cost a person thousands of dollars. To save on the cost, many people consider going through the process on their own, without legal… Read More »
Six Common Mistakes To Avoid During Divorce
Any divorce case is filled with emotions, but there are many legal aspects of the process as well and sorting through them can make it even more challenging. Due to many misconceptions and misunderstandings of the law, it is not uncommon for people to make a number of mistakes. If you make one or… Read More »
Going Through The Divorce Process Alone Is Risky
If you are thinking about ending your marriage, you may have already found the many divorce templates and forms online. Some people believe using these can help them obtain a divorce quickly and easily, while also saving them in legal fees. Things are not always what they seem, though, and this holds true with… Read More »