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14 September

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Alimony Guidelines in Florida: State-Specific Laws and Calculation Methods

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 guidelines and the calculation methods is essential for both spouses to ensure a fair and just resolution. In this article, we will explore the alimony guidelines in Florida, state-specific laws, and the methods used to calculate spousal support. Types of Alimony in Florida Florida recognizes several types of alimony, each serving...

04 September

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Concierge Divorce: Providing Personalized and Comprehensive Legal Services

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Concierge Divorce: Providing Personalized and Comprehensive Legal Services

Divorce is a deeply personal and often challenging process that requires careful attention to legal details and emotional support. In recent years, a new approach to divorce representation, known as concierge divorce, has emerged. This innovative approach aims to provide clients with personalized and comprehensive legal services tailored to their unique needs and circumstances. Let's explore concierge divorce and discuss how it can benefit individuals going through the divorce process. What is Concierge Divorce? Concierge divorce is a specialized form of divorce representation that goes beyond traditional legal services. It offers clients a highly personalized experience, providing comprehensive support from start to...

08 August

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New Rights for Unwed Fathers: Effective July 1, 2023

Posted by Grant Gisondo

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In a series of legislative changes that have reshaped marital and parental rights in Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed a law granting new rights to unwed fathers. The revision of Florida Statute 742, which governs parental rights, child support, and responsibilities concerning newborn children, has expanded the specific parental rights previously exclusive to mothers. Effective July 1, 2023, unwed fathers will automatically receive and be able to exercise full parental rights upon establishing their paternity. While this represents a significant step toward equalizing parental rights, it also introduces the potential for increased court litigation to define the extent of...

13 June

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Child Custody: Key Factors and Considerations in Determining the Best Interests of the Child

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Child custody cases are emotionally charged and complex, often placing the well-being of children at the center of the legal process. Determining the child's best interests becomes paramount when parents separate or divorce. Courts strive to make decisions that ensure the child's physical, emotional, and psychological welfare, taking into account several key factors and considerations. Let's explore some of these factors in the context of child custody proceedings. The Child's Age and Developmental Needs: A crucial consideration in determining custody arrangements is the child's age and developmental stage. Younger children may require more frequent contact with both parents to maintain a...

23 May

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Navigating the Legal System During a Divorce: Tips for Working with Your Attorney and Staying Organized

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Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process, but with the right support and guidance, you can navigate the legal system with confidence and ease. As a divorce attorney, I often work with clients who are overwhelmed by the complexity of the legal system and the demands of the divorce process. In this article, I'll share some tips and strategies for working with your attorney and staying organized throughout your divorce. Choose an experienced attorney One of the most important steps you can take to navigate the legal system during a divorce is to choose an experienced attorney who specializes in...

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03 April

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The Impact of Divorce on Children and How to Help Them Cope

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Divorce is a difficult and emotional experience for all involved, especially children. Divorce can have an overwhelming impact on children, leaving them feeling scared, confused, helpless, and sometimes blaming themselves for causing the divorce. Although it is a difficult situation, it is important to remember that with the right guidance and support, children can develop the skills to cope with the changes. When a couple makes the decision to divorce, children may feel abandoned and betrayed by their parents. They may also feel overwhelmed with guilt and blame themselves for the divorce. It is important that parents explain the situation in...

08 December

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What to Look for in a Family Law Attorney

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Family law is civil, not criminal law. Just as the words “family law” suggest family law focuses on issues needing professional legal advice and representation relating to family concerns such as child support, parental timesharing, divorce, alimony, distribution of marital assets and liabilities, pre and post-marital agreements, bankruptcy, mediation, modifications of child court orders, and adoption. In other words, Family Law concerns legal matters that directly affect a family and its members where there are no criminal allegations. In most instances, even though a person can represent themselves on most legal family matters trying to be your own attorney is...

What to Look for in a Family Law Attorney

17 November

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How Grey Divorce Differs from a Typical Divorce

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How Grey Divorce Differs from a Typical Divorce

Grey divorce, what is it? The term grey divorce emerged several years ago when research began to show that while the divorce rate in the United States was finally beginning to move below 50 percent, what was slowing this drop was the significant increase in divorces among those with grey hair, that is generally the over 65 years of age group. At present, statistics show couples divorcing after the age of 50 are responsible for one-quarter of divorces overall, and many of these couples are over the age of 65. What does research show are the main reasons for this...

15 February

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When is it Time to Hire a Lawyer?

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Hiring a lawyer is an important step in planning and negotiating most legal proceedings. As to the exact time to hire a lawyer, the answer, in most cases, is the sooner, the better. But why is this so? What about trying to save some money and see what you can do on your own first? Looking at planning a divorce, for example, you will see there are definite advantages to finding the right Family Law lawyer as soon as you are thinking about divorce. Right from the beginning, when you are still in the thinking stage, a Family Law lawyer can...

06 September

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Why Phone Consultations Are a Bad Idea

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in Attorney Consultation, Board Certified Lawyer, Divorce Law News, Family Law, Lawyer’s Advice, Legal Advice

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It is very likely that sometime during your life, you will need to use the advice and perhaps the representation of an attorney. For many years the Yellow Pages were where you would look for an attorney in your community along with asking for suggestions from family and friends. Not any more. Today the way to look for an attorney involves not only asking family and friends but using the internet and researching several websites. Once you have narrowed your search to, say, three possibilities, you will want to arrange a consultation for the final comparison. Attorneys will offer an...