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What Are Five Signs You Need a Premarital Agreement?
Premarital agreements are not the most romantic aspect of planning a wedding, but they are an important step to take when you want to protect your assets and your rights. Before marriage, some people consider getting a premarital agreement, but they are unsure whether one is really necessary. If you have thought about getting… Read More »
What Are Some Common Property Crimes in Florida?
Property crimes may not seem that serious. Unfortunately, even a seemingly minor property crime can leave someone facing jail time, high fines, and a permanent criminal record. The penalties associated with property crimes greatly depend on the severity of the crime, and the dollar amount of the property damage, if any, involved. If you… Read More »
Want Sole Custody? Here is How to Do It
During a divorce, some parents attempt to win sole child custody only to cause their former spouse pain. Unfortunately, there are times when spending time with one parent may actually be harmful to the child. In these cases, a parent may try to win sole custody from the courts. In these situations, it is… Read More »
Why You Need an Attorney for Your Paternity Case
Establishing paternity is unfortunately not just a matter of completing the paternity acknowledgement form and making sure your name appears on the birth certificate of the child. Even if you sign the form, it may only verify that you are the father and authorize the state to deduct child support from your paycheck. Sadly,… Read More »
What are Reasons to Choose Collaborative Divorce?
Divorce is never easy, but not all cases have to end in a bitter courtroom battle. Collaborative law allows for a form of dispute resolution in which the parties involved come to an agreement on the different terms of the divorce. Throughout the collaborative process, the attorneys for both sides will negotiate with each… Read More »
Why Does Mediation Not Work for Some Couples?
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution in Florida and for many couples, it is quite beneficial. In certain cases, mediation is more affordable than litigation and it puts the couple in control of the final terms of their divorce. However, while mediation does have many benefits, it does not work for all… Read More »
Florida Firearms FAQs
The Second Amendment gives all Americans the right to possess firearms, but the law is a bit more complicated than that. It is critical that all Floridians understand federal and state law fully, so they can comply with it and avoid legal trouble in the future. Below are some of the most frequently asked… Read More »
What is Parental Alienation?
Divorce is never easy, but divorce cases that involve children and child custody issues are some of the most difficult. The stress of the process can cause parents to act out in ways that are harmful and emotionally driven. Sometimes, one spouse may want to punish the other parent by acting out vengefully with… Read More »
What are Ways To Divide a Business In Divorce?
Dividing a business is one of the most complicated aspects in many divorce cases. Even if you or your spouse owned the business on your own, there is a chance it may still be subject to Florida’s property division rules due to the fact that some of the profits likely contributed to some household… Read More »
When Can You Get an Annulment in Florida?
People sometimes get married and then regret the decision. When this is the case, they may think they can easily ‘undo’ the marriage simply by getting an annulment. Getting an annulment is much different than getting a divorce though, and while nearly anyone that is married can divorce, the same is not true for… Read More »
