Category Archives: Divorce Planning
What Does Filing for a Motion for Default Mean
A motion for default in a divorce case allows the person who filed the petition to ask the court to grant them petition when the other spouse failed to file an answer in court. Typically, in a divorce, the respondent answers the divorce petition by confirming or disputing the facts and terms set out…. Read More »
Benefits of Having a Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement
People most often make prenuptial and postnuptial agreements so that in the event that they do need a divorce, it takes the confusion and retaliation out of the process. Divorces are stressful and sometimes messy, so having a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement will take away a lot of the drama that comes with divorce…. Read More »
Signs I Need a Divorce
Deciding whether to get a divorce can be the most difficult decision you’ll have to make in your life. Everyone wants to try to make it work to some extent. You’ve built a life and a family together and no one wants to throw that away. But in some situations divorce is just better… Read More »
Custody Law: Do I Need to File Anything to Legal Relocate my Child?
In a divorce, it is common for parents to live in different states, making it difficult to decide which parent their children should live with. In Florida, laws provide strict procedures that the parents must follow before moving their children to a different state. Child custody in Florida Florida law aims to give each… Read More »
What Can Go Wrong if you Don’t Have a Divorce Lawyer
Getting a divorce is a complicated legal process. On top of that, it is accompanied by a lot of stress and even sadness. Hiring a lawyer will allow you to take a step back and let a professional to take care of your divorce. If you don’t hire a lawyer, you might be in… Read More »
How to Modify a Time Sharing Schedule after a Divorce
Divorce is toughest on the children. They are forced to adapt to a new schedule of being shuttled back and forth and usually end up living in two different homes. With all of this change, it’s important for your child’s life to have as much stability as possible. That’s why modifying a time sharing… Read More »
How to Pick Out the Right Family Law Attorney
Choosing the right family lawyer in a divorce can be difficult, but it is important to choose someone you trust and know will fight for you. It is best to know what you are trying to accomplish in your divorce and whether you and your spouse can come to an agreement or if you… Read More »
What Are Included in Grandparent Rights
Divorce not only impacts a couple’s immediate family; it can also impact a grandparent’s ability to see their grandchildren. Grandparents have the right to be granted custody of their grandchildren or even court-mandated visitation with their grandchildren. Legislation has been put into place over the past 35 years to ensure that grandparents do have… Read More »
What is the Legal Process of Divorce in Florida?
The state of Florida attempts to make the divorce process as simple and as stress free as possible. Divorce is never easy, so it is important to understand the entire process before you go through it. This article will take you through the steps that should be completed during the process of a divorce. It… Read More »
What Determines my Child Visitation Rights as a Father?
Divorce can be a trying time on families. Having to divide custody in a way that everyone agrees on can be difficult and may not always result in the best outcome. So how do you define your rights to custody and visitation as a father? In the state of Florida there’s several ways to… Read More »