Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Is A Florida Collaborative Divorce and is it Right for You?
Collaborative divorce has been an option for couples who want to end their marriage since 2017 when Florida legislators enacted The Collaborative Law Process Act. Due to the fact that collaborative law is fairly new in the Sunshine State, many people do not fully understand what the process entails. Below, one of our Tampa… Read More »
Six Questions for Your Florida Divorce Lawyer
The divorce process can be very confusing and throughout it, you will have many questions. There is no such thing as a bad question and the attorney you work with will understand what you are going through and empathize with your situation. While you may have questions about how your property will be divided… Read More »
Three Common Myths About DUIs in Florida
It is not only very frightening to be charged with driving under the influence (DUI), but it is also very confusing. Many people think that a conviction for the crime is inevitable, while others are left wondering why they were ever charged in the first place. It is important that you understand the law… Read More »
Is It Possible to Avoid Alimony in a Tampa Divorce?
Of all the different factors of divorce, alimony is one of the most contentious and it is very difficult to determine up front whether you can avoid paying alimony. The purpose of alimony is to allow one party to financially support him or herself and their family during and after a divorce. Not all… Read More »
Served with Divorce Papers? Here are the Next Steps to Take
Being served with divorce papers is always an emotional experience, even if you have seen it coming for some time. After receiving the divorce papers, it is natural to feel uncertain, stressed, and maybe even angry. It is also natural to be unsure of what to do next, but the steps you take now… Read More »
How Does A Florida Divorce Affect Your Estate Plan?
You know that you have a lot to think about if you are in the process of ending your marriage. You may be worried that you will lose custody of your child, or that your spouse will be able to keep the assets that are most important to you. You have also likely wondered… Read More »
Should I get a Collaborative Divorce in Tampa, Florida?
The divorce process is always one that is extremely stressful. You are ending a marriage you thought would last for the rest of your life. Even though you are bound to feel emotional, divorce does not always have to be the contentious battle so many people think it is. In Florida, there is more… Read More »
Can You Get Divorced Without Your Spouse’s Consent in Tampa, Florida?
Even if you and your spouse both agree that it is time to end your marriage, divorce is an extremely difficult thing for anyone to go through. However, when you want to get a divorce and your spouse does not, it can bring additional challenges. Fortunately, it is possible to get a divorce without… Read More »
Are Injury Settlements Considered Marital Assets in a Tampa Florida Divorce?
Florida is an equitable distribution state, meaning that marital assets in divorce are divided fairly, and that does not always mean they are divided equally. Marital assets include property that was obtained during the marriage. When one spouse was hurt due to another person’s negligence during the marriage, they may have obtained a personal… Read More »
Florida Firearm FAQs
The Second Amendment grants most Americans the right to own firearms but like most laws, the matter is a bit more complex than that. It is important for all Floridians to understand the state and federal laws that govern firearms, so they do not find themselves facing charges. The law on firearms is confusing… Read More »
