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24 July

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Alimony and Spousal Support: Understanding Your Rights in Florida

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 basics of alimony and spousal support in Florida, providing valuable information to help you navigate this often complex territory. Understanding Alimony Alimony, also known as spousal support, refers to the financial assistance provided by one spouse to the other following a divorce or separation. The purpose of alimony is...

03 May

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Can Men Get Alimony In Florida?

Posted by Grant Gisondo

in Alimony

In Florida, the concept of alimony, also known as spousal support, has undergone significant changes over the years. It used to be that alimony 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 spouses. So, can men get alimony in Florida? The short answer is yes. Under Florida law, gender is not a factor when determining whether a spouse is entitled to receive alimony. Rather, the court will consider various factors in determining whether to award alimony and how much should...

27 January

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Protect Your Attorney-Client Privilege

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in Board Certified Lawyer, Child Custody

According to the online Legal Information Institute, the definition for attorney-client privilege is as follows:” Attorney-client privilege refers to a legal privilege that works to keep confidential communications between his or her attorney secret. This privilege is asserted in the face of a legal demand for the communications, such as a discovery request or a demand that the lawyer testify under oath.” It is often necessary for a lawyer to ask very personal questions in order to create a case that is true and viable. For example, if a client has been evading certain taxes, a lawyer needs to know...

15 January

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Why Your Lawyer Really Doesn’t Know How Much Your Case Will Cost

Posted by Grant Gisondo

in Board Certified Lawyer, Child Custody, Legal Advice

To determine how much a case would cost, a lawyer would need to be able to see into the future. Even when a lawyer charges a flat fee for a case, there will still be other costs to consider. Let’s take a look at some of the costs a case could encounter, ones a lawyer would have no way of knowing in advance of a case’s conclusion. To begin with, if you are paying by the hour or sometimes in increments of minutes, a lawyer will charge a specific amount per hour or the number of minutes. However, it cannot...

26 August

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What is the Role of a Forensic Psychologist in Child Custody Cases?

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in Alimony, Board Certified Lawyer, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce Law News, Family Law, Lawyer’s Advice, Legal Advice, Parenting, Time Sharing

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, Ph.D., forensic psychology is “the physiological assessment of individuals who are involved in one way or another with the legal system.” She goes on to say the most important skills a forensic psychologist must have are solid clinic skills that include “clinical assessment,...

18 August

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The Importance of Choosing the Right Mediator During Litigation

Posted by Grant Gisondo

in Alimony, Board Certified Lawyer, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce Law News, Family Law, Lawyer’s Advice, Legal Advice, Parenting, Time Sharing

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 less expensive than going to court, both in legal fees and court costs. Additionally, In mediation, the parties have control over the outcome of their litigation rather than a judge deciding for them. The mediation transcripts are private and cannot be...

06 August

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Should You Tell Your Children You Are Getting Divorced?

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in Alimony, Board Certified Lawyer, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce Law News, Family Law, Lawyer’s Advice, Legal Advice, Parenting, Time Sharing

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 think through and decide how best to share the news about the divorce. First and foremost, you should, as parents, work together to decide when it is best and when how to tell your children about the divorce. Hopefully,...

30 April

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How to Efficiently Communicate with Your Attorney

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in Family Law, Laws and Women, Lawyer’s Advice, Legal Advice, Necessary Forms

How to Efficiently Communicate with Your Attorney

Communication, likely one of the most important social skills related to the human (and animal) species, is not something a person should take casually or for granted. How to use speech, emotions, and body language to effectively share information between two or more persons becomes a powerful tool, whether for a positive or a negative outcome. Such concerns as taking into account the communication style of those listening, finding empathy with the listener, and hearing what the listener has to say in return are all necessary components of efficient communication. And, efficient communication with your attorney is vitally necessary if...

20 April

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Why Reading Your Retainer/Fee Agreement is Important

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in Family Law, Laws and Women, Lawyer’s Advice, Uncategorized

Like any document requiring your signature, you should always read all the papers needing your attention. You should even read the small print as there can be some tricky points hidden there. And, reading an attorney’s retainer/fee agreement is no exception. This blog will take a look at why it is important to read the retainer/fee agreement but first understanding what a retainer/fee agreement is will help to explain the importance of reading it in its entirety. According to the online definition of a legal retainer, ”A retainer is an advance payment that a client makes to his or her lawyer...

09 April

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What Happens When You Don’t Follow Your Lawyer’s Advice?

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in Family Law, Laws and Women, Lawyer’s Advice, Legal Advice, Uncategorized

As with any professional whom you seek out and retain for advice, and in the case of an attorney, representation on a legal matter, it is wise to follow the advice given. Before retaining the professional, you should feel confident he or she knows about and has experience in the field of expertise you need. In the case of a lawyer, you can check on his or her website and contact the state Bar for information. On the website, you can determine the educational background, years of experience, services offered, areas of representation, marital status, community involvement, professional awards, and...