Category Archives: Florida Divorce & Family Law
Common Mistakes in High Net Worth Divorces and How to Avoid Them
Divorce can always be an upsetting experience, but cases can become even more complex when one or both spouses have a high net worth. High net worth divorce cases can present unique challenges and are often filled with legal intricacies and emotional upheaval. Even seemingly small decisions can have financial implications for either party… Read More »
Tips When Divorcing a Narcissist
Going through a divorce is never easy. Even if you and your spouse are on good terms, the process is a very emotional and difficult one. When divorcing a narcissist, though, it can make your case even more complex. Narcissists may try to manipulate every situation in the divorce, hide assets they believe they… Read More »
Determining Personal Goodwill vs. Enterprise Goodwill in Divorce Cases
During divorce proceedings, valuing a business is never a simple matter. This is particularly true when there is a need to distinguish between personal goodwill and enterprise goodwill. Goodwill is defined as an intangible asset that arises as a result of reputation, name, location, customer loyalty, products, and other factors. Other examples of intangible… Read More »
Understanding Intentional Dissipation of Marital Property During Divorce
Many people divorce due to financial issues. Sometimes, couples simply have trouble making ends meet and this causes friction during a marriage. On the other hand, sometimes money is intentionally wasted. The intentional dissipation of marital property occurs when one spouse spends money intentionally in an effort to prevent the other party from receiving… Read More »
Can You Make Your Ex Pay for Your Child’s College in a Florida Divorce Settlement?
Regardless of marital status, Florida law requires both parents to support their children until they reach the age of majority, which is 18. This includes paying for private school if that is how the parents decide to educate their child. But what about paying for college? As a strictly legal matter, no Florida law… Read More »
Parental Alienation During Divorce Cases
Parental alienation during a separation and divorce generally refers to one spouse turning a child against the other parent or other family members. One party in a divorce might use parental alienation to gain an edge in a child custody fight. One parent might turn a young child against the idea of living with… Read More »
Adultery and Divorce in Florida
Many divorces are caused by a married person having sexual intercourse with someone who is not their spouse. But, because Florida is a no-fault divorce state, you do not have to prove your spouse committed adultery to obtain a divorce in a Florida family law court. You can obtain a Florida divorce in Florida… Read More »
Protecting Your Business in a Divorce
If you own a business and have decided to divorce your spouse, you need to engage a divorce lawyer who knows how to protect your business and protect your best interest in a divorce. In a divorce in Florida, your business could be broken apart to satisfy the legal requirement for equitable division of… Read More »
10 Things You Need To Know About Divorce Law in Florida
Marriage is intended to entail happiness with a partner for a lifetime. Florida is all about sunshine and fun. So marriages in Florida must be a great mix, right!? The reality, unfortunately, is not so. Most marriage vows do not last forever. Eventually, for many couples, nothing can prevent a breakdown in communication and… Read More »
Do’s and Don’ts in High-Net Worth Divorces
The complications of a divorce are significantly higher when you and your spouse have a high net worth and significant assets. As you divide valuable marital assets such as real estate, brokerage accounts, real estate, and business interests, you must take into account the tax implications and make decisions that protect your financial future…. Read More »
