Know Your Rights as an Unmarried Father in Florida
Couples have children at different moments in their lives, with many bundles of joy coming before formal nuptials. Never assume that visitation or child custody rights are awarded to both parents automatically after a child’s birth. In Florida, the law only...
Can a Child Decide Which Parent to Live With in Custody Proceedings?
One of the most challenging decisions to make during a divorce is which parent will have custody. If parents cannot amicably make this decision, a judge decides after considering several factors. Both parents will usually try their best to prove to the judge why they...
Impact of COVID-19 on Adoption
The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly affected many aspects of life for families in the United States and around the world. Many normal seasonal routines have been affected and parents and children of all ages have and are adjusting to new routines and policies, from...
Virtual Hearings in Florida Divorce Cases
Back in April, Florida was considered to be a highly stressed-out state, according to a statistical study by a personal finance website called Wallethub that was noted at the time by the Times-Union’s Jacksonville.com. Among the factors that contributed significantly...
When and How Child Support Payments End
The legal obligation to financially support a child begins at birth of the child, but most people, especially married couples, do not think about this duty because the child is folded into the household and becomes a part of daily life. Financial obligations take on a...
The Consequences of a Disputed Prenuptial Agreement
When two people decide to enter into a marriage, much of their focus is placed on planning a wedding and dreaming of growing old together. However, the reality is that many couples that get married also get divorced, and that is when things can get messy. Entering a...
DOES CO-QUARANTINING HAVE YOU CONSIDERING DIVORCE?
Does quarantining with your spouse have you low-key Googling about divorce? If so, you are not alone. It is a stressful time, and a lot of couples are feeling the tension in their relationships. In fact, it is predicted that there will be a significant rise in...
Preparing for divorce mediation
You and your spouse have not been able to resolve your property division, custody and alimony matters, but you believe mediation may be the solution. The mediator is prepared to help the two of you reach agreements on these topics, but you must be able to present your...
Why a Facebook divorce is a terrible idea
Go ahead. Admit it. You “live” on social media. You cannot stay away from Facebook and the others. You constantly check your cellphone to keep up with your friends and family and let them keep up with you. But if you plan to get a Florida divorce soon, you should...
Are you really ready to fight for the house in the divorce?
This is the house where you have raised your children and put down roots. The divorce is already uprooting you emotionally, and you do not want to give up the safety and security you feel when you are at home. You want to keep the house. Before you declare your...
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