As most people are aware, divorce can be a stressful time for the people involved. Not only are the spouses responsible for dealing with the divorce case, but they have to be concerned with maintaining their own lives. Even though there might be only two names listed on the case, a divorce affects much more…
Divorces are rarely simple, easy, and quick. However, they are not all incredibly difficult, lengthy, or costly. Most divorces fall somewhere in the middle: they are tough, emotional, and financially stressful. These factors lead many people to make mistakes during the divorce proceedings that hurt their finances or damage their relationships. It is critical to understand the…
Collaborative divorce is one of the most peaceful ways in which soon-to-be former spouses can navigate the divorce process. Statistics reveal that in the state of Florida, collaborative divorce currently represents a seldom used method for individuals who choose to end their marriage, even though it offers the distinct advantage that individuals are able to…
For individuals who have suffered from domestic violence, harassment, or spousal abuse, it is imperative to find protection from further types of harm. Like many other states, Florida takes domestic violence abuse particularly seriously and realizes that in the heated arguments that often occur during divorces, domestic violence is not uncommon. Individuals in Florida should…
When spouses decide to get divorced, they often are unaware of their option to utilize a marital settlement agreement, which is a contract between divorcing parties in which they agree to terms of a divorce. A court of law must approve of a marital settlement agreement if the agreement covers issues involving any children. One…
Unmarried fathers in Florida face many challenges regarding their rights in relationship to children. Many times, fathers are not certain about what their rights are. Fortunately, a knowledgeable family law attorney can help to explain these issues. Our legal counsel can help fathers assert their rights through the legal process. Establishing Paternity For many fathers,…
Small business owners in Florida understand just how difficult it can be to launch a successful company. The dissolution of a marriage, however, can threaten to destroy a person’s business. As a result, many small business owners who are in the middle of divorce worry about how to protect their assets. While Florida law requires…
As another school year begins, many students from around the world head to the United States to receive their educations. If you or a loved one currently lives outside of the United States but plan on completing a post secondary education in the United States, you will need to apply for a student visa. An F1…
A new Florida law designed to streamline Florida parenting plans as part of an administrative order that establishes paternity or addresses child support was recently created. On January 1, Florida’s Department of Revenue gained the authority to offer parents a proposed Standard Parenting Time Plan which helps parents determine important issues such as where the couple’s…
For individuals who desire to marry someone who is not a resident of the United States, a K-1 fiance visa can prove to be particularly helpful. This program allows US Citizens to bring their fiances to the United States on the condition that the couple get married within 90 days of the fiance entering the United States. Because…
