Orlando Family Law Blog
Current events are not the only reason people consider divorce
Few people, perhaps including you, would disagree that 2020 is a year that will go down in history and that people will not soon forget. With all the upheaval in people’s lives this year, it’s not surprising that many people are considering divorce. However, more than...
Factors to consider when creating a parenting plan
Divorce is a tumultuous time in the lives of those going through it. Even when you and your future former spouse are determined to reach an amicable agreement, the current and future changes going on in your lives can cause a great deal of stress, especially if you...
What is marital property and what is separate in a divorce?
With the exception of concerns about minor children, concerns about the division of marital assets are among the most common questions people have when considering a divorce. Florida is among the majority of states that apply the equitable distribution standard to...
Can you ask for alimony as part of your pending Florida divorce?
When you got married, your spouse's financial stability or career success may be part of what attracted you to them. Eventually, when your family started growing or your household circumstances required it, you may have decided along with your spouse that it was best...
How does mediation work in a Florida divorce with children?
When you and your spouse share children, that additional connection makes divorce more complicated. The well-being of your children can also be a very valid reason for wanting to avoid the stress and conflict so common in contentious divorce litigated in the Florida...
Who gets the house in divorce?
You’ve spent years with your family in your house. Now that you and your spouse plan on divorcing, you worry about what will happen to the family home. While you don’t want to move your children, dividing the value of the house can be complicated. When it comes to...
Can dads get custody of their kids in Florida?
Absolutely. In Florida, we refer to child custody as “time-sharing arrangements” and the determination of parental responsibilities. Instead of a child custody order, we have a parenting plan. That said, the question is of real concern to many Florida fathers. Many...
You’re not the only one who benefits from establishing paternity
You want to care for your children, but that can be hard when Florida doesn’t recognize you as the father. Getting Florida to accept your connection could be the first step towards providing your kids with everything they need. Being unmarried at the time of birth...
How to file for divorce in Florida
When two people get married, they want to believe their relationship will last forever. Unfortunately, for more than three out of every 1,000 people in the United States, their marriage will end in a divorce according to the latest federal statistics. Divorce is...
