Tag Archives: Florida Family Law Issues
Considering Adoption? Consult with a Family Law Attorney First
When a couple makes the decision to adopt an infant, it is as life-changing and monumental as their decision to have a baby. Unfortunately, unlike having a baby, once a couple chooses to adopt, it can be years before they ever get to meet their little one. According to the National Adoption Center, a… Read More »
Can a Domestic Violence Victim Drop Charges in Florida?
Unfortunately, it is a quite common scenario: an individual will seriously injure his or her spouse in a domestic dispute and the victim, a family member, or a well-meaning neighbor will contact the police. The police will arrest the offender and charge them with domestic violence. While the victim should be happy that their… Read More »
Is My Spouse Entitled to Half of My Medical Practice in Divorce?
Building a successful private medical practice in Florida takes a significant amount of time, money, and commitment. For some professionals, the process can take years; for others, it can take decades. No matter how long it took you though, if you have finally found success in private practice, you understand that there is no… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions: Bits and Pieces of Post-Divorce Life
Divorce can be a messy and time-consuming process. However, many people do not anticipate having questions after the divorce is completed. How to deal with individual custody issues, what to do when one ex-spouse’s relationship status changes, and how to collect child support from a non-paying parent are all examples of the types of… Read More »
Bits and Pieces: Premarital Obligations for Marriage Licenses
Engaged partners are often surprised to find that there are procedural obligations that must be fulfilled prior to marriage, including receiving licenses, waiting periods, and even, potentially, blood tests. What are Florida’s laws on these issues? Here are the bits and pieces couples looking to marry must take care of before tying the knot… Read More »
