Tag Archives: Boca Raton Family Law Attorney
No Joke: Why Prank Marriages Are Not Funny
Thinking of pulling a prank marriage? They are not quite so funny as you may think, and require a lot more than just a straight face. Thinking a prank marriage could never happen? They have, in the UK, in California, in Delaware, and a variety of other places. Here are a few reasons why… Read More »
Void or Voidable? Parsing the Language in Considering Annulments and Divorce
Divorce and annulment are two ways of terminating the legal relationship between two married spouses. Whether your planned or intended separation falls into one or both categories is largely determined based on whether in the marriage is void or voidable. The difference between these two characteristics is one that often leaves even law students… Read More »
Gender Bias in Custody?
Divorce can be a stressful process, and is even more stressful when there are children involved. Both parents may feel a strong right to primary custody. But there is a longstanding understanding that women are more likely than men to receive primary custody or a more favorable custody order. Is that true? Trends are… Read More »
Divorce and Domestic Violence: Tips for Proceeding
Specialized organizations like the National Coalition against Domestic Violence and law enforcement are well-suited to dealing with domestic violence issues. But in most cases, there are some general considerations of which a person in a violent situation can take account. Here are some things to keep in mind if you are in a violent… Read More »
Debunking the Most Common Divorce Myths
Divorce rates are extremely high, and one might think that most information about divorce is common knowledge. However, the truth is that many divorce myths still abound, stemming from popular culture and other sources. Here are some of the most common divorce myths, as well as the truth behind them. Divorce Will Cost Me… Read More »
Parenting through Divorce
Divorce can certainly throw a wrench into parenting, particularly if the divorce is particularly contentious or complicated. For many divorcing parents, settling property disputes, drafting an agreement, and going to court can seem like the most logical priorities because they obviously involve the parties’ legal interests. But it would be a mistake for divorcing… Read More »
College Costs for Children of Divorced Parents
College is an excellent option for young adults building towards successful careers. But for divorced parents of children who are pursuing post-secondary degrees, the law can create some muddled obligations and challenges. In most jurisdictions, parents are not obligated to fund their children’s college educations or provide an education for them, in large part… Read More »
Top Five Financial Mistakes People Make During Divorce
Going through a divorce or separation can feel like trying to complete a juggling act. Shared children, financial considerations, division of assets, etc. can all be catalysts for stress, for errors, and for confusion. Protecting your financial interests is one of the most important things an individual should do during divorce; however, it is… Read More »
Going through a Divorce? Watch Your Social Media Habits
Most people know that typing, sharing, tweeting, and Facebooking can get you in trouble if you are not careful. But for some individuals, 140 characters can cause 140 problems with their divorce, separation, or custody battle. For instance, back in 2012, Mark Byron nearly ended up in jail after a short comment on his… Read More »
Back to School: When Custody Affects School Activities
With holiday breaks over and children headed back to school, many parents are excited to have some extra time to themselves. However, for families with divorced or separated parents, restarting school in the New Year can be somewhat stressful. An oft-forgotten difficulty when it comes to respecting child custody and time-sharing agreements is how… Read More »
