Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Different Types Of Marital Debts
Some individuals find that initial talks with their spouse about finances and divorce are focused on assets. For example, you and your spouse may be discussing who will take ownership of the marital home or how investment announcements will be distributed. While this is an important part of the financial discussion, debts will also… Read More »
Divorce Cases And Character Or Expert Witnesses
Not all divorces require witness accounts. For example, if you are able to pursue an uncontested divorce, it can be an option that is less stressful, lower in cost, and will not involve connecting with witnesses. Essentially, an uncontested divorce is when the parties involved are able to agree on terms within a settlement… Read More »
Tips To Help You Co-Parent In Florida
While never speaking again may be an option for couples who are choosing to divorce and do not have kids, things are more complicated when there are children involved. The parenting connection can continue for years after a marriage ends. To smoothly communicate and co-parent, it is important to have legal documents in place…. Read More »
Should We Sell Our House To Prepare For Divorce?
For some couples, there is a period of time in which the particulars of a divorce are discussed before an agreement is reached. One of the many issues that needs to be determined is what will happen to the family home. There may even be more than one house, a summer house and residential… Read More »
What To Put In A FL Parenting Plan
Sometimes referred to as a custody agreement, Florida parenting plans are documents that lay out the responsibilities of parenting and how they will be distributed or shared between parents should they choose to divorce. While it is advantageous if the parents are able to negotiate the terms of the parenting plan themselves, there are… Read More »
Planning Can Reduce Legal Fees
Divorces can be expensive but they don’t have to be, there are ways to reduce legal expenses. Plus, there are solutions that do not require extensive court battles. When a collaborative divorce or a mediation is a possible path to resolution, expenses can be kept low and the process will likely be less stressful… Read More »
Uncontested Divorce And Co-Parenting Agreements
There are a variety of issues to address when a couple chooses to end a marriage. If you are considering an uncontested divorce, aspects of your divorce settlement will need to be negotiated. And if you are a parent, part of this process will be finalizing a parenting plan agreement. Parenting plans are great… Read More »
Financial Organization And Preparing To Divorce
If you and your spouse have gone through counseling but have come to the conclusion that it is time to part ways, you are not alone. Divorce happens even when individuals take steps to avoid it. While separating and planning for a divorce is tough emotionally, there are steps you can take to smooth… Read More »
What If A Florida Parent Fails To Pay Child Support?
Child support payments are an obligation, and there can be serious consequences if a parent ignores an order to pay support. Which makes sense as both parents need to provide for a growing child, including providing financial resources. And if you are the custodial parent, you may be relying on payments in order to… Read More »
Understanding Florida Divorce Mediation
If you live in the state of Florida and you and your spouse have decided to divorce, mediation could be an option for you. Often referred to as family mediation, the process is when a couple meets to discuss a marital settlement with the guidance of a trained professional. While the neutral third party… Read More »
