When dividing assets, the court tries to be as equitable as possible, meaning both spouses tend to receive assets in an amount that is close to equal. The parties tend to use assets of larger value to negotiate. If one spouse agrees to let the other have the marital residence with a large amount of
Read More...So you hear about divorce all the time, but did you know there are different kinds? There are different means of getting a divorce and different classifications. Which do you fall into? If you ever are confused by the different terms, we are here to help! We know it gets complicated so here is a
Read More...These kinds of statements get thrown around all the time when spouses start working out who gets what during a divorce. Usually, though, they’re based on a very flawed understanding of how property division works during a divorce — so don’t let your spouse tell you what you are or aren’t entitled to. In this
Read More...If you are looking into getting a divorce, you’re probably thinking of going to trial. But did you know there is another option? A lot of people haven’t heard about the mediation approach to divorce! If you are on cordial terms with your partner or if you want to work together as a team on
Read More...BREAKING NEWS, March 2022 According to the Florida Bar, “The Legislature has agreed to abolish permanent alimony, give ex-spouses who pay alimony a “pathway to retirement,” and create a legal presumption that equal time sharing is in a child’s best interest. The House voted 74-42 on March 9 to approve SB 1796 by Sen. Joe Gruters,
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Read More...Fall is officially here. It’s the season for all things pumpkin and endless seasonal activities. To ring in the festive months, we’ve compiled a list of activities you can do with your kids. They’re both easy and great if you’re on a budget as a single parent. The best part? We’re confident you’ll enjoy these
Read More...It doesn’t matter who asked for it, divorce is hard. Rediscovering how to love yourself after it’s all said and done can be a tough journey to embark on. After giving yourself time to grieve the end of your marriage, the process of learning to love yourself again can help you enjoy life and your
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Read More...For a parent going through a divorce, one of the key issues and burning questions may be whether your child primarily lives with you. Is it the kid’s choice? What amount of control will the other parent have over important decisions? All of these questions and more come to mind when you’re considering petitioning for
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