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What Broward County Judges Actually Look for in a Parenting Plan
If you are working through a divorce or paternity case involving children, you have probably heard the phrase “best interests of the child” more times than you can count. But what does that actually mean once you are standing in a Broward County courtroom? Judges are not guessing. Florida law gives them a specific… Read More »
How Retirement Affects Alimony Obligations in Broward County
Picture the moment: after thirty years on the job, you finally hang up your hat, expecting to enjoy a slower pace and a fixed income. Then you remember the alimony check you have been writing every month. Does retirement mean that obligation simply disappears? Not automatically, and the answer depends on a mix of… Read More »
How Florida’s Mandatory Disclosure Rules Affect Your Divorce Timeline
If you have ever wondered why your divorce seems to be moving at the speed of a Sunday brunch line, the answer often traces back to paperwork. Specifically, financial paperwork. Florida requires both spouses to lay their financial cards on the table early in the case, and how quickly (and accurately) you do that… Read More »
How Florida Courts Divide Cryptocurrency in a Divorce
A decade ago, nobody was arguing over Bitcoin during a divorce settlement conference. Today, digital wallets sit right alongside bank accounts and retirement funds on financial affidavits across Broward County. So what happens when a marriage ends and part of the estate exists only as a string of code on a blockchain? The short… Read More »
Should You Get a Postnuptial Agreement During a Rocky Marriage?
Marriages hit rough patches for all kinds of reasons, and not every rough patch ends in divorce court. But when trust has taken a hit, whether over money, a career change, or something more personal, some couples start wondering whether a written agreement could actually help them stay together rather than pull them apart…. Read More »
What Happens to Jointly Owned Rental Property After Divorce?
A rental property can be one of the more valuable assets a couple owns, and one of the trickiest to untangle in a divorce. Who keeps it? Who keeps collecting the rent? And does it even matter whose name is on the deed? Is the Rental Property Marital or Separate? Before a court can… Read More »
How Long Does it Take to Finalize a Divorce in Florida?
Filing for divorce is very stressful. Many people simply want the process to be over so they can move on with their life. Truthfully, no two divorce cases are alike and so, it can be difficult to determine exactly how long your divorce will take. While some divorces are finalized fairly quickly, others take… Read More »
Four FAQs About Child Support in Florida
Child support is one of the most contentious issues after any separation or divorce. If you believe you may have to pursue child support, or pay it after divorce, you have many questions. It is not uncommon for people to worry that they will have to pay support, how much they may be obligated… Read More »
Tips for a Peaceful and Easy Divorce
People often assume that the divorce process is one that is bitter and contentious. While this is certainly true in some cases, it is not in all of them. Fortunately, it is possible to have a peaceful and fairly easy divorce. Below, our Fort Lauderdale divorce lawyer explains some tips on how to do… Read More »
Can Divorce Orders Be Modified in Florida?
During a divorce, the court will issue many orders. These orders outline child custody arrangements, how marital property is divided, provisions for alimony, and more. These court orders are final and legally binding. Both spouses are expected to comply with the terms outlined within them or face serious legal penalties. Still, the family courts… Read More »