Many parents in Fort Myers are planning to take their kids on vacation for the summer. While it may be easy enough for parents who are married to do this, a divorce can add a layer of complication if you plan to do this.When moms and dads first split up, they often...
Month: May 2019
How are high-net worth divorces handled differently from others?
When Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his wife announced that they were ending their 25-year marriage back in January, it stirred up a media frenzy. Many wondered what this would do to Bezos' $137 million fortune that he'd amassed over the years. It led to an increased...
Alimony reform bill dies in Florida without a hearing
A widely-discussed (and disputed) alimony reform bill that was pushed forward by the Florida Family Law Reform Political Action Committee (PAC) failed to even get a hearing before the Florida House and Senate in its 2019 legislative session.It isn't the first time...
How to talk to a spouse about getting a postnuptial agreement
While most married couples are aware of prenuptial agreements, many do not realize they can create a similar document after they have said, "I do." According to a 2015 study, there has been a substantial increase in the number of couples going to their attorneys...
Co-parenting apps minimize courtroom custody battles
In recent years, child psychologists have continued to research the impact that divorce has on children. Their conclusions have led many judges to adopt evolving parenting time strategies. Many of them now consider it to be in the best interests of children if they...
Where to look for hidden assets in a Florida divorce
Your spouse cheated on you, and it's time for you to get out of the marriage. Might the cheating extend to your finances, too?Florida is an equitable division state, so your assets should be divided fairly. But what if your assets seemingly have diminished or...