Differentiating Between Divorce and Annulment
In Florida, there are two main ways of ending a marriage — divorce and annulment. But, while both a divorce and an annulment can end a marriage, the two processes are very different. Therefore, it is crucial for those seeking to end their marriage to understand the...
What You Need to Look For in an Adoption Attorney
For many people, bringing a new child home is one of the best things in the world. Whether it is a biological child or an adopted child, it feels great to bring home a new child. With that said, it is crucial for you, as an individual who has decided to expand your...
If You Got Married in Another U.S. State, Can You Get a Florida Divorce?
If you are considering getting a Florida divorce, you need to understand the different Florida divorce laws. For example, you need to know whether or not you are required to have a divorce attorney to get a Florida divorce. Generally, in the U.S., you do not need an...
Can a Man Get Alimony in Florida?
Traditionally, women have received spousal support more than men. Because of that, many people assume that alimony is a payment made to ex-wives by divorced men to support them financially. Despite popular belief, men have just as much right to spousal support as...
Steps to Take if the Other Parent is Not Following Your Florida Parenting Plan
If you got divorced from your children’s other parent in Florida, the chances are, you have a parenting plan. Generally, a parenting plan is a plan that instructs former spouses who have children in common on how to proceed with their co-parenting duties. Among other...
How Long Will My Florida Divorce Take?
According to the American Psychological Association website, marriage and divorce are common experiences in the United States. The APA claims that about 40 or 50% of married couples in the U.S. divorce. As much as every married couple would wish for their marriage to...
Florida’s Parental Relocation Laws
Often after divorce, people decide to move for various reasons. For example, some move because of new jobs, while others move to be with new partners. But, what happens when children are involved? Can a parent freely relocate with their child whenever they want to...
Social Media Can Negatively Affect Your Florida Divorce Case
People use social media platforms for various reasons. Some use social media to keep in touch with family and friends. Others use social media platforms like LinkedIn to network with people across the globe and find employment opportunities. Because of the many ways...
Debunking Some Common Divorce Myths
Your decision to get divorced or not get divorced will be influenced by several things, and will be informed by research gathered from many different sources. Unfortunately, both facts and myths creep into this process and influence people's decisions. There will be...
The Role of a Guardian Ad Litem in a Florida Custody Case
Child custody/time sharing cases can bring the worst out of parents since not all know how to handle the stress and emotions that come with them. It is not uncommon for parents to focus on proving to one another who the better parent is to the extent of forgetting to...
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