When it comes to dividing property in Florida for a high-asset divorce, the costs and the financial impact can be quite significant. That is why many high-net-worth individuals are anxious about the prospect of divorce. There are methods to protect a person's assets...
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Divorce and life insurance in Florida
When a couple decides to get divorced in Florida, one of the many decisions they have to make is what to do with a life insurance policy. In most cases, it will be necessary to split the policy between the two former spouses. This can be a difficult process, but it is...
Do you have the right to know where your child is on visitation?
Many parents feel nervous in the beginning when they have joint physical custody because change is uncomfortable. No longer having your child with you every day will take some time to adjust to. Florida allows you to know where your child is on visitation, especially...
Collaborative divorce vs mediation
Florida couples going through a divorce can choose how to end their marriage. Collaboration and mediation are two alternatives to a traditional court divorce. It’s important to know how they compare to decide which is better for you. What is collaborative law?...
What to do and avoid when running a company with your ex
Some Florida residents who have decided to end their marriage might have to consider what to do with the company they own jointly with their soon-to-be ex-spouse. They might worry that it is impossible to run a company when the romantic relationship has ended....
How to petition for relocation in Florida
If you are a resident of Florida who is considering moving with your child and this move will affect the parenting agreement, you must petition for relocation with the court. Granting relocation will depend on a variety of factors as well as if the best interests of...
Mediation may simplify your divorce
Many divorcing couples in Florida use mediation as a way to reach agreements on the applicable legal issues outside of the court system. The mediation process can promote a more amicable divorce and cut down on the expenses of a long, drawn-out court process. A...
Is collaborative divorce right for you?
Florida couples who decide to get divorced have different options. One of those is collaborative divorce. Knowing how it works can help determine whether it’s the right way to go. What is collaborative divorce? Collaborative divorce is a type of divorce process that...
Reasons to request a child support order modification
Divorced parents in Florida might find themselves needing a child support order modification at some point as they raise their children. There are a variety of reasons that a modification request might be needed as life situations and the children’s needs evolve....
Making smart divorce decisions
Couples in Florida looking to dissolve their marriage may decide on an uncontested divorce or a collaborative divorce. These processes offer a relatively stress-free approach instead of a court-ordered divorce, which could grow into a volatile situation. What is an...