Category Archives: Family Law
Prenuptial And Postnuptial Agreements For Orlando LGBTQIA+ Couples
Contrary to popular belief, a prenuptial agreement is not a kiss of death, nor is it a guarantee that a marriage will end in divorce. While it is true that half of marriages in the United States do end up in divorce, many couples without a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement regret their decision not… Read More »
Overcoming Parental Alienation With A Co-Parent
Two recently divorced parents of teenage children are having extreme difficulty communicating. Alex and Cassandra have recently taken to not speaking at all, instead using their children to deliver hateful, spiteful messages. Now Alex has convinced their kids that Cassandra wants nothing to do with them since she has been spending more time at… Read More »
Can Unmarried Partners In Orlando Seek Spousal Support After A Break-Up?
Palimony. The one letter word that strikes fear in the hearts of unmarried couples all over the United States. Is it enforceable? Are you really entitled to spousal support or alimony from a former partner if you were never married? Spousal support determinations are often the most contentious and drawn-out issues in divorce cases,… Read More »
What Happens At A Child Support Enforcement Hearing In Orange County?
You got divorced two years ago, with young children ages 5 and 3. You retain primary physical custody of both children and are supposed to receive $450 a month from your co-parent. Since the final divorce and custody hearing two years ago, he has only made one payment. Apparently, he has been unable to… Read More »
Surrogacy In Florida: Does The Surrogate Mother Have Any Parental Rights?
While surrogacy is legal in Florida, many people do not understand how the process works. “Does the surrogate mother have any parental rights?” is one of the most common questions regarding surrogacy. If you are considering becoming a surrogate mother or a parent through surrogacy, consult with an experienced attorney to help you navigate… Read More »
How to Divide a Stimulus Check if You Are Divorced?
As the third round of COVID-19 stimulus checks are coming to American families, many divorced and divorcing people as well as separated/divorced parents wonder, “How do we divide the stimulus payments?” What is the stimulus check? The third round of Economic Impact Payments, commonly referred to as “stimulus checks,” are calculated as follows: Up… Read More »
Is There Common Law Marriage in Florida?
Many couples in Florida live together without being married, though doing so was illegal until recently. In 2016, Florida repealed the law that made it illegal for unwed couples to live together. Common law marriage refers to when a couple lives together for some time but never obtains a marriage license. Some states recognize… Read More »
Will My Child Be Called to Testify in the Florida Divorce Case?
It’s somewhat frustrating to imagine a minor child standing in front of a judge and providing testimony in their parent’s divorce proceedings. But do Florida courts even allow children to testify in divorce cases? If you are worried that your child could be called to take the stand and testify in the divorce proceedings,… Read More »
Is It Ever Too Late to Get a Postnuptial Agreement?
The short answer is, “No, it’s never too late to get a postnuptial agreement,” also known as a postnup. Some couples mistakenly believe that they can only create a postnuptial agreement before the wedding. However, you need to understand the difference between prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. While a prenuptial agreement is created and signed… Read More »
Dating After Divorce in Florida: When Is It the Right Time?
Getting divorced is never an easy process. A divorce can be an emotionally-draining and heart-breaking experience. While you may not be ready to begin dating yet, the idea of finding a new romantic partner will not be as bizarre when your wounds heal. For many divorced people, reentering the dating world after divorce feels… Read More »
