Best Interest of the Child: What Florida Courts Actually Look At in Custody Cases
If you're going through a divorce in Florida with minor children, you're going to hear one phrase more than any other: the best interest of the child. It's the standard the court uses to make every decision about time sharing, parental responsibility, and your...
Shared vs. Sole Parental Responsibility: What Florida Law Actually Says
When parents go through a divorce in Florida, the conversation almost always turns to time sharing, how much time each parent will spend with the children. But there's another piece of the puzzle that's just as important, and it's one that many parents don't fully...
What Florida Parents Need to Know About Time Sharing and Custody
If you're going through a divorce in Florida and have children, one of the biggest questions on your mind is probably some version of "Who gets custody?" It's the most common question family law attorneys hear, and it makes sense. You've seen it on TV. You've heard...
Do You Get Half of Everything in a Florida Divorce? Here’s What the Law Actually Says
Florida doesn't split marital property 50/50 in divorce. Instead, courts use equitable distribution to divide assets based on what's fair, and that system usually works better for both sides. Key Takeaways: Florida follows equitable distribution, meaning a judge...
Rehabilitative Alimony in Florida: Creating a Plan That Works for Both Spouses
Among the various types of alimony available in Florida, rehabilitative alimony stands out as a unique form of support designed to help the under-earning spouse transition to financial independence. Unlike durational alimony, which simply provides financial support...
Florida Alimony After Recent Reforms: Types, Eligibility, and What to Expect
One of the most common questions people have when considering divorce is whether they'll pay or receive alimony. In Florida, this question doesn't have a simple answer. Alimony is not automatic, and recent changes to Florida law have significantly altered how spousal...
Equitable Distribution in Florida: How Marital Assets Are Really Divided in Divorce
One of the biggest misconceptions people have about divorce is that everything gets split 50/50. While this may be true in some states that follow community property rules, Florida takes a different approach. Understanding how Florida handles property division is...
Understanding Florida’s No-Fault Divorce Laws: What You Need to Know Before Filing
If you're considering divorce in Florida, one of the first things you need to understand is how the state handles the grounds for ending a marriage. Florida operates under what's known as a no-fault divorce system, which fundamentally changes how couples can approach...
Understanding Child Support in Florida: What Tampa Bay Parents Need to Know
Child support is one of the most common concerns parents face during a divorce or separation. Whether you're wondering how much you might owe, whether you can change an existing order, or what to do when payments stop coming, Florida law provides a framework for...
What If My Ex Wants to Move Out of State With the Kids? Understanding Relocation Disputes
Florida law requires parents to get written consent or a court order before relocating more than 50 miles with their children, and if you object to your ex's proposed move, you have 20 days to file a written objection that shifts the burden to them to prove the...
When Your Spouse Lies in Divorce Court: Building a Case Based on Evidence
Divorce proceedings can bring out behaviors you never expected from someone you once trusted. For many people going through a high conflict divorce, one of the most distressing experiences is discovering that their spouse has made false statements in legal filings....
How to Navigate a High Conflict Divorce in Tampa and St. Petersburg
Some divorces end with both people shaking hands, selling the house cooperatively, and showing up to the same parties without tension. You may have heard stories like this from friends—divorces where couples remained friendly, the kids adjusted beautifully, and...
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