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Pros and Cons of a Gray Divorce in Florida
The term “gray divorce” has been applied to couples who get divorced later in life. These are typically people who are over 65 years of age and it’s about 25 percent of all couples in the country who divorce over the age of 50. Couples who opt to divorce later in life have additional… Read More »
Phases of a Contested Florida Divorce
A contested divorce is one where the spouses are unable to reach an agreement on one or more issues related to their divorce. It can be child custody, spousal support, division of assets, or any other topic. A contested divorce will take longer than an uncontested one to resolve. Despite what you may hear… Read More »
Tips for Transitioning into a Stepparent Role
The transition to becoming a stepparent is filled with both rewards and challenges. Taking the process slowly and learning to gradually transition into the role can help you to build a better relationship with your stepchild and help the co-parenting go smoothly. Here are some helpful tips to help you assume your new step-parent… Read More »
How a Florida Divorce can Affect Children
As a marriage is ending, some couples are so focused on the divorce battle that they fail to take a step back and think about how this whole process will affect their children. Then you have other couples who wonder if they should stay married for the sake of their children and forgo a… Read More »
Warning Signs You Might Want to Call off Your Florida Engagement
It’s not uncommon to hear clients say they assumed their spouse would change after the wedding, but the truth is people don’t suddenly become a different person once they say, “I do.” In most cases, the problems that existed prior to the wedding will still be there throughout the marriage itself. This can be… Read More »
Protecting Digital Assets with a Florida Prenuptial Agreement
When people think about prenuptial agreements and asset protection during a divorce, items like the family home, bank accounts, vehicles, and jewelry are some of the first tangible things that come to mind. There are other items that some people forget, like retirement accounts and business ownership interests that also come into play. But,… Read More »
Collaborative Divorce versus Divorce Mediation in Florida
Collaborative divorce is a relatively new process available in Florida. The Collaborative Law Process Act went into effect in July 2017. Collaborative divorce is not the same as a mediation in a divorce proceeding. Collaborative divorce is a new alternative to traditional divorce proceedings in Florida. It does share some similarities with mediation, but… Read More »
Separation Agreement vs Settlement Agreement in Florida
Some states allow for formal legal separation, but Florida is one of only a few states that does not. A separation agreement outlines terms of a separation whereas the settlement agreement is the final part of a divorce. If you have questions regarding when you need a separation agreement versus a settlement agreement, it’s… Read More »
How to Improve Co-Parenting After a Florida Divorce
Learning how to co-parent with your ex-spouse can be one of the more challenging aspects of moving on after a Florida divorce. If one spouse is dealing with depression or struggling to move on, those feelings can manifest into bitterness and anger that make co-parenting even more challenging. The whole process of co-parenting is… Read More »
Ways to Help Yourself Move on After a Florida Divorce
Even in a divorce that is amicable, it’s common to feel sad and terrified of moving on alone. This is especially common with marriages that lasted many years as you may have spent your entire adult life with your spouse. Trying to refocus on the potential positive aspects of your divorce may help you… Read More »
