Property Division

When a Florida couple seeks a divorce, they may become involved in property division proceedings that might become complicated, depending on certain factors. However, a recent article discusses some basics of the process that might be beneficial to some readers. One...

For Florida residents seeking to protect their assets before getting married, a Domestic Asset Protection Trust may be the answer. Although this type of trust is only available in just over a dozen states, it can provide big advantages over other asset protection...

Florida couples that plan to divorce later in life might wonder how to do it without jeopardizing their retirement. This issue has become more prevalent as the divorce rate rises among baby boomers. The rate among couples over the age of 50 used to be approximately 10...

Couples filing for divorce in Florida may need a judge to help them determine how their marital property will be equitably divided. Although some individuals may want a judge to see pets as children, dogs and cats are treated in divorce courts like any other piece of...

Florida couples who have amassed a substantial amount of wealth may find that they are in dispute regarding the ownership and distribution of their wealth and assets. In one such case, two Washington, D.C. lobbyists are fighting over the ownership of various assets...

As Florida couples consider divorce, they might think about the welfare of their children or the disposition of their property. Another critical issue they may want to consider is their tax returns going forward. That is because divorce may have several implications...

For Florida couples going through divorce, the process can be overwhelming, both financially and emotionally. Simple property division typically involves tangible objects and decisions regarding who gets what. While simple property division may seem straightforward,...

Florida pet lovers may be interested in changing attitudes regarding pet ownership during divorce proceedings. For some people, pets are considered "property" such as real estate or other assets that can be divided between spouses during a split. For many people,...

Florida residents may have seen a recent editorial in the Washington Post about a strange idea that may have merit for people who have already been through a difficult high-asset divorce or who, perhaps, just want to test the waters of marriage. The editorial suggests...

News of celebrity marriages and divorces often fill headlines in Florida. Many Florida residents may have heard this month that Simon Cowell of “American Idol” fame has been deemed a “home-wrecker” in a divorce petition. A man is filing for...