If you are just starting to seriously consider adopting a child, you could be in for a lot of surprises. You may have been told (or read) about certain pieces of information that are actually not true. If you adopt a child, you are giving that child an opportunity to...
Family Law
Can a parenting plan address concerns about a parent fleeing?
Florida family law courts strive to address all issues while protecting the rights of all parties. When children are involved, this is a particularly sensitive topic. In some instances, disputes center on parents wanting to spend more time with their kids. In others,...
How to enforce the terms of your divorce decree
You might breathe a sigh of relief once your divorce is finalized. After all, key legal issues might’ve been aggressively fought over, whether at the negotiation table or in court, and now all has come to a close. But even if you obtained a favorable outcome, the...
Options for collecting overdue child support
A Florida family law case with a divorce, child custody and other issues can be emotionally draining and difficult to get beyond. There is an inevitable sense of relief when it is finally over. However, just because the court case is concluded does not mean new...
Why is the court asking for a financial affidavit in my divorce?
A financial affidavit is a sworn statement made by a spouse going through a divorce that provides details on all the property the spouse owns, their income, their expenses and any marital debts they have. Financial affidavits are sometimes necessary if it is suspected...
How to rebuild your relationship with your kid post-alienation
Previously on the blog we discussed parental alienation and the harm that it can cause to your child and your relationship with them. And alienation can take many forms, too, some of which aren’t easy to spot. Your child’s other parent may tell your child lies about...
What if I stop receiving court ordered child support?
If you have an existing court approved child support agreement in place, what are you supposed to do if the other parent suddenly stops paying? Many states, including Florida, have laws specifically around this type of problem, and they provide the states with ways to...
How are risk protection orders handled in Florida?
Many states have started offering Risk Protection Orders (RPOs) to law enforcement that expects domestic abusers may use their firearms to harm their spouses and ex-spouses. Under Florida Statute 790.401, Treasure Coast victims can report their fears and their abusers...
The ins and outs of a Florida divorce
If you are divorcing in Florida, the state calls it a, "dissolution of marriage." Getting a divorce is rarely a quick, uncomplicated matter in Florida. There are many laws and state-specific statutes. It is imperative that you understand the rules and the forms that...
Combating claims that a premarital agreement is unenforceable
When Floridians have a premarital agreement, they are doing so as a means of protection. It is important to remember that there are certain requirements to make the agreement enforceable. If these are met, then there should be an adequate justification for it to be...
