Tag Archives: Tampa Bay Divorce Attorney
Pets and Divorce
Our pets are a very important part of our families. For some, our pets are like our children. But what happens to our pets when we divorce? There are many people who feel that spouses should be awarded custody of pets in much the same way as child custody. As much as we may… Read More »
Avoid Making the Top Mistakes in a Divorce
Divorce can be a very emotional experience, but it is also a legal process. It is important that you keep this in mind while you navigate the waters of divorce. Some mistakes made during the process could have a devastating effect on your divorce settlement and may indeed impact your family’s life in the… Read More »
Tax Concerns in a Divorce
Divorce is never an easy time and there are many issues that must be resolved throughout the process. And the issues don’t necessarily stop at the end of the divorce. To be sure, once the dissolution of marriage is finalized, both parties file taxes separately. There are several areas of concern that are best… Read More »
Parental Responsibility Evaluations
Parental responsibility and timesharing constitute one of the most emotional issues facing spouses as they divorce. Florida has made strides to equalize parental responsibility and timesharing of children in a divorce. Lawmakers have changed stigmatizing language used to describe “non-custodial” or “secondary residential” parents in an effort to focus custody disputes on shared parental… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions about Florida Protective Orders in Divorces or Separations
Some divorces or separations are smooth, painless, or mutual. Most can be difficult, time consuming, and maybe even hurtful. But a few can be downright dangerous. In cases in which a divorce or separation is pending, Florida law provides for the issuance of protective orders (orders of protection, or injunctions for protection, or restraining… Read More »
How Domestic Violence can Affect a Divorce Case
Many divorces may be contentious with numerous complex issues in question, however divorces may be especially complicated and acrimonious if there is a history of domestic abuse in the relationship. In some cases, incidences of domestic violence may be recent and may even be the cause of the divorce filing. Even if the violence… Read More »
Does it Matter that My Spouse was Unfaithful?
Many divorces in Florida may stem from suspicions, allegations, or even open admissions of infidelity on the part of one or both spouses. Such adultery may very likely and understandably incite strong feelings of anger, betrayal, and other hurtful emotions. Victims of adultery may further wish to hold their spouse accountable for their actions… Read More »
