Having too much debt will put a lot of strain on your marriage. Financial issues are one of the top reasons that people end up filing for divorce in Florida. One spouse who spends too much or who hides their debt from the other can do a real disservice to the marital...
Divorce
Could your child pick to live with your ex?
You and your spouse are going to get divorced, and you're hoping that the two of you can amicably share custody of your child. You want your child to live with you at least part of the time so the two of you can maintain a strong relationship even as your marriage...
Having two involved parents is best for children
Many people make the assumption that it is always best for children to live in a home with two parents who are married. The idea is that having two parents involved in raising the child helps them on all sorts of levels, such as social development or academic success....
3 details that you should address in your parenting plan
A parenting plan is a detailed document outlining your approach to parenting. Some people will focus solely on the division of parenting time when negotiating a parenting plan, but there are many other terms that are equally important as the overall way that you split...
How can you minimize the impact of a divorce on your business?
When you’re going through a divorce and run a business, the reality is that there are days when your mindset and legal issues may impact your business. It can be tough to handle your business if you’re a co-owner with your spouse, since you may not work well together...
Can you voluntarily give up your parental rights?
As a father of a child, there may be instances where you don’t want to have parental rights. For example, if you know that the mother is planning to get remarried or is married, you may want to terminate your rights to allow the new spouse to take over parentage....
Can you lose your relationship with your grandkids over divorce?
Even if you don't have a particularly close relationship with your in-laws, you have probably tried to be supportive of them, especially once they had children. Becoming a grandparent is an incredible experience, but your relationship with your grandchildren is often...
Do you need to prove paternity to get custody?
If you are a father of a child but have not signed the birth certificate or acknowledged paternity, then you may need to prove paternity before you can seek custody. When two people are not married at the time of their child’s birth, it is not automatically assumed...
How to protect your children after divorce
Whether you just finally resolved an ugly divorce, or you finished your collaborative divorce, you may be looking forward to your new life after divorce and moving on. No matter how you resolved your divorce, it is important to know that you still have...
How annulment is different from divorce
When it comes to ending a marriage in Florida, divorce is by far the most popular method. But some couples also qualify for an annulment, which they may prefer for financial or cultural reasons. Annulment vs. divorce Essentially, a divorce ends a legally recognized...