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...
For some individuals and couples, it can feel like there is a missing piece in their lives. For many, this could be a child. While it is often ideal to birth your own child, this is not always an option. Thus, couples and individuals will embark on the adoption...
A quick Google or YouTube search can net you hundreds, perhaps even thousands, of results on how to create an estate plan. It can be tempting to turn to these online resources as a way to cut corners and save some money. But trying to create your own estate plan can...
Alimony is often seen as a type of support only available to women after a divorce. But the law is gender neutral, meaning that men, especially stay-at-home dads, have just as much of a right to seek spousal support as women. The only thing that’s going to matter in...
A lot of estate planning focuses on how your assets are going to be distributed once you’re gone. In fact, you can use estate planning to ensure that your future interests are protected throughout your life, including obtaining much-needed medical and long-term care....
For families with an addict, life can be distressing. You never know when they will hit rock bottom, and you pray every day that rock bottom is not death. But, here in Florida, we have the Marchman Act, which can get that Stuart, Florida, addict the help they need....
There are few things more difficult than when a loved one is experiencing problems with their mental health. What can you do if they’re having suicidal thoughts or you believe they’re a danger to themselves or others? What if they don’t want help or aren’t even aware...
Couples entering a prenuptial agreement before they marry engage in a form of financial planning and can reduce acrimony and stress if they ever divorce by addressing the division of property and other issues Spouses do not lose this option, however, if they enter a...
Terminating your marriage in Florida can be a challenging time. Handling it correctly to ensure your wishes are met is essential. Doing so should be easier when you understand the elements making up a divorce decree. This legal document deals with important topics...
There are different ways spouses could end their marriage. Divorce is the most common, although some cases filed in Florida will end in annulments. There is a significant legal difference between these two, and spouses might need to review their cases to see which one...
