Category Archives: Divorce Planning
Florida No-Fault Divorce: Any Exceptions?
Florida is a no fault divorce state, meaning that either party can seek a divorce without having to prove any reason or fault in the marriage other than the fact that the spouses don’t want to be married anymore. This rule relieves the court from having to decide whose fault the broken marriage is… Read More »
What Is a Motion for Default?
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 »
Key Benefits of Prenups & Postnups
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 You May 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 »
Filing to Legally Relocate Your 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 »
Why You Need 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 »
Modifying Time-Sharing in Florida
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 »
Picking 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 Grandparent Rights in Florida?
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 »
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 »
