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Learning how to successfully obtain any child support owed

admin / March 5, 2017 / Child Support

Most spouses are embroiled in nasty divorce cases once relations have worsened beyond pair. In such situations, partners engage in several court battles with the sole purpose of retaining child custody. The child’s wellbeing is the most important factor to consider, despite the constant bickering witnessed by feuding spouses. Once the dust has settled, and child custody has been awarded, parents need to develop a comprehensive plan that outlines child support mechanisms. In Florida, the law clearly stipulates that both parents need to be involved in the child support modification process to promote their wellbeing.

Child Support

Schedule-related concerns for doctors in divorces

admin / March 1, 2017 / Alimony/Spousal Support

Some professionals have fairly run-of-the-mill work schedules, while others do not. Doctors tend to fall into the latter category. Physicians can have a very demanding and unpredictable work schedule. This can raise special issues for a doctor when they are getting divorced.

Alimony/Spousal Support

How spousal support can help divorcing Florida couples

admin / February 16, 2017 / Alimony/Spousal Support

Divorce is a time of upheaval, even though it can also be the best solution for you and your soon-to-be-ex. One of the many ways that divorce can affect your life is in a financial manner. There will be costs associated with your divorce and there will be a new financial reality you will have to face as an individual when your spouse is no longer with you. So what considerations does the law make for this scenario?

Alimony/Spousal Support

5 reasons to address your estate in your 40s

admin / February 14, 2017 / High Asset Divorce

Your 40s aren’t a bad time in your life. You’re still young, you have a strong job and a good family. Life is pretty great, and that’s why you need to start thinking about the future. Planning for your future now means there’s less to worry about later.

High Asset Divorce

Equitable distribution does not mean ‘equal’ distribution

admin / February 9, 2017 / High Asset Divorce

The term “equitable distribution” brings to mind the idea of a fair or even division of assets. Equitable distribution is the way the state of Florida — and most other states — deals with property division during divorce. A handful of other states follow community property laws.
With equitable distribution, a court will decide what is a fair and equitable way to divide up the assets in any given divorce. This means that you aren’t guaranteed 50 percent of the assets, nor are you guaranteed a 50 percent stake in any given asset. Instead, it simply means your financial fate and the vast majority of the wealth you have accumulated over your life will rest in the hands of a judge.