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Understanding Florida’s Updated Wage Structure Florida’s wage landscape continues to shift as new employment regulations, and minimum wage adjustments go into effect. While Florida does not impose a state income tax, changes in wage laws can influence how courts calculate financial resources in divorce cases. Because alimony is based on...
Understanding the Connection Between Wage Laws and Alimony Florida alimony law system underwent major reform in 2023, eliminating permanent impact on alimony and creating clearer guidelines for determining spousal support. Now, with new wage laws scheduled to take effect in 2025, many are wondering how these changes will affect future divorc...
Understanding Florida alimony laws is not just a legal requirement but a crucial step towards securing your financial future when navigating a divorce in Florida. Terms like 'temporary' and 'permanent' alimony may sound daunting, but understanding their key differences can put you in the driver's seat. These two types of spousal support serve...
When and How to Seek Changes Understanding Florida's laws on modifying child support and alimony is crucial. These agreements can be altered under specific conditions, and knowing when and how to petition for these modifications is vital for both parties involved. Whether it’s due to changes in income, health, or other life circumstances, ...
Alimony, also known as spousal support, is a financial arrangement that ensures the lower-earning spouse can maintain a similar standard of living post-divorce. In Florida, alimony is determined based on various factors and can be a complex subject to navigate. This blog post is dedicated to providing you with a comprehensive understanding of...
At Gisando Law in Palm Beach, FL, we understand that marriage over divorce can bring significant financial challenges for both spouses, especially when it comes to issues of alimony and child support. In many divorce cases, these two forms of financial support intersect, leading to questions about how they are calculated and how they impact e...
Divorce brings about significant changes in the lives of those involved, including financial adjustments such as alimony payments. A common concern that many individuals in Florida face is whether moving in with a new partner affects their alimony arrangements. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the intricate landscape of alimony laws...
Divorce is a complex and emotionally challenging process, and one of the critical aspects that individuals often grapple with is alimony. In the state of Florida, the calculation of alimony involves a thorough examination of various factors, each playing a unique role in determining the financial responsibilities of each party. This blog post...
Divorce is a challenging journey, and alimony agreements often play a pivotal role in ensuring financial stability for parties involved in the dissolution of marriage. However, life is unpredictable, and circumstances may change post-judgment, leading to the necessity of modifying alimony arrangements. In the state of Florida, understanding t...
Alimony, often referred to as spousal support, is a crucial aspect of divorce proceedings, especially when one spouse has been financially dependent on the other during the marriage. In the state of Florida, alimony guidelines and laws provide a framework for determining the appropriate amount and duration of support. Understanding these guid...
Divorce can be a challenging and emotionally charged process, with numerous legal matters to consider. One crucial aspect that often arises during divorce proceedings is alimony, or spousal support. In the state of Florida, understanding the intricacies of alimony laws and knowing your rights is essential. This blog post will explore the basi...
In Florida, the concept of alimony, also known as spousal support, has undergone significant changes over the years. It used to be that Alimony in Florida was primarily awarded to women as men were traditionally considered the primary breadwinners. However, times have changed, and now more and more men are seeking alimony from their former sp...
Alimony, or as it is often called, spousal support, is a monetary award given to one party in a divorce (dissolution of marriage). As each state has its own statutes spelling out exactly how to obtain a divorce in that state, alimony is one of the topics covered. Therefore it is important to check the statutes of the state where the couple re...
For many years it seemed that family courts were biased in favor of one party or the other in a divorce, especially when minor children were involved. As time has gone on, however, family courts have changed in the way they administer justice until there is now no favoritism in a judge's decision regarding divorce issues such as alimony, chil...
Alimony, frequently referred to as spousal support, is a monetary amount awarded to either spouse based on a variety of factors, including: A proven need for alimony must be present. It must be shown that a party needs alimony to manage finances during the transition from married life to single life. A party does not have the skills o...
The simple answer to the question What is the difference between alimony and child support is that alimony is a payment made from one spouse to the other for various issues involving support or deserved monetary award. In comparison, child support is a payment from one spouse to the other to help pay for the care of a couple’s minor childre...
Before looking at the role of a forensic psychologist in child custody cases, it makes sense to look at the definition of a forensic psychologist and what their role is. As defined by the American Psychology Association, it is “the application of clinical specialties to the legal arena.” In other words, according to author Jane Tyler Ward...
Mediation is the agreeing of two parties to solving a legal issue such as a divorce or child support modification by the process of compromise. Each party is usually represented by their attorney, who helps the party look at all offers and consider if a compromise can be reached, and the issue solved. Reaching an agreement in mediation is les...
The answer to this question is really more when you should tell your children you are getting divorced. Eventually, even a very young child will find out Mommy and Daddy do not live together anymore. What is important is to think about a number of considerations before sharing the sad news with your children. Here are some tips to help you th...
In a dissolution of marriage (divorce), Florida is an equitable distribution state for dividing marital assets and liabilities, including real estate, which includes marital homes. While a judge will often order a marital home sold and the equity divided 50/50, there are other ways the marital home asset can be handled. Equitable means fair r...
Before looking at how a forensic accountant can assist in a dissolution of marriage (divorce), it is important to understand the job qualifications associated with forensic accounting. A person using this title is someone who is trained and educated, and licensed to investigate and give qualified reports in the areas of accounting, audits, an...
Dissolution refers to the now used term dissolution of marriage that replaces the term divorce. Dissolution comes from the word dissolve, which in effect is what happens to a couple’s relationship. When minor children are involved by virtue of the fact they were born to or adopted by the couple, there are dynamics involved requiring co-pare...
Description of the program and what it means to be Board Certification. For many years there was no way for the public to select lawyers distinguished in their particular area of law. Then, in l982, a voluntary program officiated by the Florida Supreme Court and administered by The Florida Bar was created called Board Certification. A lawy...
One of the most difficult issues to mediate or for a judge to rule on is the division of assets and liabilities. In other words, how will marital monies, properties, businesses, and debts be divided between the two spouses? In some states—Oregon, Nevada, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, California, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and Louisiana—all assets ...
To start, it is important to understand the terms referenced in the title, “The Importance of a Guardian Ad-Litem in a Dissolution Case.” Guardian Ad Litem Is a trained person whom a court may appoint to look into solutions that are in the best interest of the child. In Florida, the motto of Family Court is “in the best interest of t...
One of the confusing issues that sometimes accompanies a divorce proceeding is calculating the marital portion of nonmarital property when marital money was used to pay down the principal note and mortgage. In other words, when one party has been buying a home with their own funds prior to the marriage, the home is considered nonmarital as it...
In Florida, when it is determined that biological or legally adoptive parents are fit physically, mentally, and have not been convicted of child abuse or domestic violence, or are incarcerated, the care and nurturing of minor children (children birth through eighteen or longer if a child cannot support themselves) will be granted by a timesha...
In many states, including Florida, mediation is required for most cases before the case can be scheduled for a court date. This is done for a variety of reasons which, in the end, if mediation is successful, can be a win, win for both parties. Mediation is where both parties and their attorneys try to agree on the outcome of the case in quest...
Attorneys cost money, and rightly so. They have spent years getting a legal education and then passing stiff state exams in order to practice law. And, if that isn't enough, attorneys must continually keep mindful of ever changing laws and regulations. Too, there is the expense of an office, a staff, and the myriad of expectations put on an a...
Going to court is often a scary thought, especially when you really have to go to court. Depending on your personal ability to handle stress can make a difference. There are, however, several tips for even the self-assured person to consider as he or she prepares for their day in court. Probably the most important tip is to make sure you...
