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...
Reentering the Workforce After Divorce
At the beginning of most marriages, both spouses have their own careers. They have their income streams and they share expenses. Once kids enter the picture, the financial dynamic can drastically change. It is still common for one spouse, usually the lower-earning spouse, to take a step back from their career in...
Who Qualifies for Rehabilitative Alimony?
Let’s face it, alimony is a hot button topic for many going through divorce or about to go through the divorce process. The prospect of paying a former spouse money for an extended period of time after the marriage has ended does not sit well with many nor does the...
Gifted Assets and Divorce
In a Florida divorce, marital assets are equitably divided between the spouses. Equitable division of the assets means that the assets are divided fairly under the circumstances and will not necessarily be divided in an equal split. Non-marital assets are not subject to division and remain the separate property of the...
Grounds for Divorce in Florida
If you are considering filing for divorce in Florida, it is likely that you have a great many questions. After all, when you are contemplating divorce, you will have your own set of complex reflections to confront. When you make that step to actually pursue the legal process of divorce, a...
Can You Get Divorced in Florida if You Were Married in a Different State?
If you have decided to file for divorce, or are even considering divorce, it is likely that you have a great many questions running through your head. Many will be emotional, legal, and logistical in nature. Once you have started to think about divorce, questions you may not have thought of...
Documents You’ll Need for a Florida Divorce
If you have decided to proceed with a Florida divorce, the road ahead may seem daunting. After all, divorce is a big life step in and of itself. Then, there is the divorce process itself to contend with. The best thing to do is take things one step at a time...
Is an Injury Settlement Considered to be a Marital Asset?
In a Florida divorce, unless the parties reach an independent agreement, the court will be tasked with dividing the marital assets. Only marital assets will be subject to division as separate assets will remain the property of the respective owner spouse. This is why it is critical to understand what will...
