Yearly Archives: 2020
Domestic Violence Guide: Florida Family Law
Domestic violence in Florida should not go unreported. If you are the victim of domestic violence, it is important first to get yourself safe. Immediately call 9-1-1, your local domestic violence hotline, or Florida Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-500-1119. Once you are safe, it is important to consult an experienced domestic violence attorney as… Read More »
Child Custody Guide: Florida Family Law
In a Florida divorce or child custody case, the judge will consider the children’s best interests when deciding how time-sharing will be allocated amongst the parents. See Florida Statute 61.13. Florida custody law does not give any preference to mothers or fathers when deciding child custody matters. Instead, the custody arrangement will depend on the specific… Read More »
Florida Foreclosure Moratorium For COVID-19 Lifted
The COVID pandemic has had a devastating impact on the health and financial stability of many Floridians. In response to the COVID pandemic, Florida issued a foreclosure moratorium. A moratorium is a temporary prohibition or suspension of an activity. The foreclosure suspension was in effect for many months but recently expired. Fortunately, there may… Read More »
Rehabilitative Alimony: Florida Family & Divorce Law
Alimony is financial support paid to an ex-spouse to help maintain the standard of living established during the marriage. There are many different types of alimony in Florida, which vary in amount, form, and duration. The policy behind alimony is to alleviate the financial disparity between the two parties. When determining if alimony should… Read More »
Division of Marital Assets: Florida Divorce Law
When a married couple files for divorce in Florida, there will be an “equitable distribution” or the division of marital assets and liabilities. See Florida divorce law 61.075. Usually, the court will divide marital assets and liabilities 50/50 unless there are factors that would make an equal split inequitable. Usually, the first step is to… Read More »
Permanent Alimony: Florida Divorce/Family Law
Alimony, which is also frequently referred to as maintenance or spousal support, is payment from one ex-spouse to the other. The fundamental principle guiding an award for Florida permanent alimony is the disparity in the financial resources of the two parties. However, the disparity in financial resources alone is not enough to justify an… Read More »
Default Divorce: Florida Family Law
Florida is commonly referred to as a no-fault divorce state. Under Florida divorce law, you don’t need to prove adultery or other reasons for a divorce. See Florida divorce law 61.052. All Florida law requires is there be irreconcilable differences to obtain a divorce. Further, a divorce can be granted in as little as 20… Read More »
Florida COVID-19 Mortgage Assistance & Forbearance
The coronavirus has had a devastating impact on the lives of countless Americans. Many have fallen ill, and others have become unemployed and are struggling to meet their financial obligations. Congress has recently enacted new laws to help homeowners struggling to pay their mortgage because of COVID. To learn more about which option may… Read More »
Divorce With Real Estate: Florida Family Law
Under Florida divorce law, an “equitable distribution” of the marital assets and liabilities is required. This also includes real estate owned by the parties. The court will divide marital assets and liabilities 50/50 unless there are factors that would make an equal split inequitable. Usually, the first step is to determine if the real estate… Read More »
Uncontested Divorce: Collaborative Divorce In Florida
Florida is commonly referred to as a no-fault divorce state. Under Florida law, you don’t need to prove adultery or reasons for a divorce. See Florida divorce law 61.052. All Florida law requires is there be irreconcilable differences to obtain a divorce. Additionally, if the parties can reach a full agreement on the terms, they… Read More »
