Divorce can be a very confusing and stressful time for children. Many children have trouble adjusting to visitation schedules and may lash out by refusing to see one parent. This presents several issues for the custodial parent, whose responsibility it is to honor the...
Coral Springs Divorce Law Blog
Until when can I receive alimony in Florida?
Alimony or spousal support in Florida is a vital matter in divorces. Divorcing couples could set an agreement, but the court might step in to adjust and determine appropriate arrangements based on the situation. The judge could enforce a spousal support order if the...
How can I avoid paying alimony?
A divorce can be an expensive legal proceeding, but you can find solace in the fact that it will inevitably end. Until you realize you have the legal obligation to make alimony payments. Alimony is a monthly expense that you pay to your former spouse after the...
When should you revisit your estate plan?
Ultimately, nothing lasts forever. Everything from your assets to your relationships can change dramatically in a year and even more so as time goes on. Reviewing and revising your estate plan often can help ensure it conveys your current wishes and values. Generally,...
How can you support someone going through a divorce?
If you have a loved one who faces obstacles in their married life, there is a high chance they have been going to you for marital advice. The issues might have been recurring, and they have finally decided to end the marriage. Though getting a divorce may be a...
Is time-sharing possible with incarcerated parents?
In divorce cases, Florida courts give importance to maintaining each parent’s relationship with the child. If the option is available, courts would have both parents share parental responsibility and practice time-sharing, as long as it is in the child’s best...
How does mediation help in a divorce?
Ideally, the divorce process is straightforward. However, certain factors could affect proceedings, requiring the court to enforce orders based on the circumstances. Depending on the situation, the court could order mediation during the divorce. In certain states, it...
When can you modify your divorce decree?
Going through a divorce can be hard on anyone, and for many spouses, it is common to be unsatisfied or disappointed with the outcome of a settlement. It is also possible that your circumstances have changed, and there are terms in your agreement you may not meet....
The relation between the length of marriage and alimony
One of the important issues to cover in a divorce case is whether spousal support should be awarded and, if so, for how long and how much. In making these determinations, the courts look into different factors, including the length of the marriage. But how does this...
How do courts divide a business in a Florida divorce?
Division of assets in a divorce is a complex process. But when a marital business is up for division, it can cause more complications since it is a property that courts usually cannot physically divide among parties. This is why the courts look at certain factors to...
