There are a number of issues in divorce that can have lasting financial implications far after the dissolution of marriage paperwork has been signed off on by a judge. One such issue is spousal support, or “alimony.” While many things may change with divorce, both you and your former spouse will...
Can You Get Past Due Child Support After the Child Becomes an Adult?
Florida has very specific laws in place regarding child support. Both parents are obligated to provide financial support for their child to help ensure their basic needs are met through adulthood. Generally speaking, however, child support obligations end when a child becomes a legal adult at 18. Can you get child support...
Why People Change Their Names
There are many reasons why someone would want to get a name change. Depending on the circumstances, there are different hurdles that will need to be jumped over in order to make this happen. Let’s take a look at some of the more common reasons why people change their names and some...
Divorcing a Spouse in a Different State
After a married couple separates, there may be little to no reason for one of them to stick around in the same state. That is why it is not uncommon for one spouse to move to another state prior to any divorce action even being filed. While relocation prior to filing...
Common Shared Custody Arrangements
Determining a shared custody schedule between you and your co-parent can be a real feat of mental and logistical gymnastics. We all have our own lives, our own schedules, and schedules for our children as well. Managing all of this between two people who are trying to co-parent can be a...
Paternity Rights in Florida
As the legal father of a child, you have certain rights and responsibilities. Parents have the responsibility to provide financial support to help ensure that a child’s needs are met. Parents have the right to spend time with their children, absent a truly compelling reason. These are just some of the basics....
When Can a Court Impute Income in Divorce?
Florida judges will not turn a blind eye to the voluntary unemployment or underemployment of a party in an alimony or child support issue. In fact, under certain circumstances, a Florida court will “impute” income to such a party. Let’s take a closer look at what imputing income means and when a...
Can I Get Divorced Without My Spouse Agreeing to It?
Divorce is tough enough even when you and your spouse are on the same page. There is no avoiding the fact that it is a big life change regardless of when you both know it is the best path going forward. When you have decided to get a divorce, but your...
What is Marital Misconduct?
When it comes to divorce, Florida is a no-fault state. This means you do not need to prove fault on the part of your spouse in order to be granted a divorce. All you need to assert is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. It does not matter who played what...
When Your Spouse Empties the Joint Account in a Divorce
You’re in the midst of divorce proceedings. You go and check the balance of the joint account you have with your soon-to-be former spouse. It is completely empty. In this situation, it is easy to panic. Can your spouse do this? Can you get the money back? What do you do...
