A divorce and division of assets can be both emotionally and financially draining to married couples in Florida. One often overlooked asset is the family timeshare. How can this property be evenly split between two spouses? There are a few options divorcing couples...
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Dealing with hidden assets during a divorce
It's not uncommon for Florida spouses going through a divorce to want to try and hide assets from the other spouse. They falsely believe that if the asset is hidden during the divorce proceedings, they may retain full ownership of it after the divorce settlement is...
Applying for child custody modification due to a relocation
Florida family law court will have to approve any custody modification agreement for the new agreement to become legally binding between both parents. While custody modifications can be made for a number of different reasons, we're going to focus on the reason of...
Valuing certain stocks in a Florida high-asset divorce
A high-asset divorce in Florida presents an array of unique challenges. These include everything from determining the propriety of a particular amount of money in the form of alimony or spousal maintenance to the division of stock options or restricted stock....
Meeting with a divorce attorney for the first time
Before your divorce can be finalized in Florida, you'll likely need to meet with an attorney. The first meeting is usually brief as you'll discuss some basic information about your relationship and the reasons behind the divorce. It's a good idea to prepare a list of...
What you should know about a collaborative divorce
If you're a Florida resident and are seriously considering divorce, collaborative divorce is a viable option. A collaborative divorce is a modern approach to divorce that does not involve heated disputes over properly, assets, or child custody. This option is best for...
Financial differences that can lead to divorce
Financial problems and differences are one of the main causes of divorce when both spouses disagree about how to manage their money during their marriage. Impulse spending, emergency expenses, and living outside your means can all lead to discord in the marriage,...
Getting professional help in custody disputes
When you're going through a divorce in Florida, you may be in the midst of a custody dispute. If you're unable to come to an agreement with your spouse, you may be appointed a forensic psychologist by a judge. Or, you may be asked by your former spouse to enter into a...
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Divorcing Over 50
Growing old comes with its unique set of challenges. And now, people over the age of 50 are divorcing more than ever. About two decades ago, only one in every 10 couples over 50 decided to split. These days, the stats are one in four. If you and your spouse have...
How to protect a small business in a divorce
For many small business owners in Florida, knowing how to navigate a divorce means protecting their business. A business is usually a marital asset in a Florida divorce. If you own a business, there are things that you can do in order to protect the asset and receive...