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Friday,
January 15, 2016.
posted in Divorce

Child-Centered Divorce is Being Commemorated in January

January sees more divorce filings than any other month. In light of this, one divorce and parenting coach is recognizing January as International Child-Centered Divorce Month. The goal of the special child-centered month is to educate parents in Florida and across the country in parenting skills that will increase the positive influences on their children and hopefully prevent...

Thursday,
December 31, 2015.
posted in Divorce

Celebrity Divorce is Based On Universal Family Law Concepts

Celebrity divorces sometimes involve large monetary amounts, but the general family law concepts that are applied by the courts are fairly consistent with respect to persons in all economic strata and residing in all states, including Florida. Some common principles were applied in the recent celebrity divorce settlement of Oscar-nominated actor Jeremy Renner and his wife,...

Thursday,
December 24, 2015.
posted in Family Law

Reasonable Holiday Visiting Agreements Are Favored in Family Law

For separated and divorced Florida couples with minor children, all of the holidays during the year can present special problems. There is only so much time, and each parent’s schedule must be adjusted to accommodate the other. In family law, the object is to have two parents communicating and cooperating so that holiday visits come...

Thursday,
December 17, 2015.
posted in Divorce

After Divorce, Some May Feel More Secure With Less Money

What is the biggest cause of divorce? Is it basic incompatibility? No, researchers have found that it is money issues. The issue of financial security, or the lack of it, has led many promising marital unions into the hallways of divorce court, both here in Florida and throughout the country. The fascinating part of that fact,...

Thursday,
December 10, 2015.
posted in Family Law

Mother’s Homicide Makes Family Law Custody Decision Difficult

Can a man who is suspected but not charged with killing his wife retain custody of the minor children? That question is being confronted in a Lee County court in Florida in a case where the Department of Children and Families is trying to remove two minor children from the father’s custody. Child custody disputes...

Thursday,
December 03, 2015.
posted in Divorce

Divorce Can Have A Major Impact On Health Insurance

If divorce is going to leave a person without health insurance and the need to pick a new plan, one should not expect it to be easy. There is a myriad of plans available nationwide and in Florida from a large number of companies, but choosing the right fit can be a difficult task. It...

Wednesday,
November 18, 2015.
posted in Divorce

A QDRO Dictates Division of 401(k) Retirement Plans in Divorce

The division of retirement benefits in divorce is sometimes a difficult undertaking. In an equitable property distribution state, such as Florida, the assets acquired during the marriage are subject to equitable division by the family law court during a divorce. Equitable property division is based on the general idea of fairness. The statute sets forth certain...

Wednesday,
November 11, 2015.
posted in Divorce

Wife Files Divorce With Emergency Request to Stop Sale Of Assets

Property acquired while the parties are married and living together is generally classified under Florida law as marital property. Marital property is divided in a divorce proceeding according to a concept known as equitable distribution. This means that the court can divide marital property in any proportion that is fair and equitable, considering the needs and...

Thursday,
October 29, 2015.
posted in Divorce

Basic Income Tax Rules Still Apply After A Divorce

There are several important and fairly common tax consequences of a divorce. For one thing, the recent divorcee may want to keep in mind that if the divorce is finalized at any time prior to the end of the year, the IRS views the taxpayer’s status as a single for the whole year. This means that...

Thursday,
October 15, 2015.
posted in Divorce

What Requirements Must Be Met To Get A Divorce In Florida?

Each state has different requirements when it comes to annulling or dissolving a marriage. Florida is no different. For couples and individuals who are contemplating a divorce, it is important to be familiar with the requirements. Ultimately, you will need to have been a resident of the state for at least six months. If you...

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