Going through a divorce is always a challenging experience and one that will have a major impact on virtually every aspect of your life. When starting your divorce in Florida, you will need to determine whether you will have a contested divorce or an uncontested divorce. Learning more about what each of these options are and how they will impact the entire divorce process is very important. What is a Contested Read More

Going through a divorce is a painful and difficult experience. It is also known to be one of the most stressful events that one can endure. While there is nothing that can eliminate the pain and stress caused by a divorce, there are many things you can do to help manage it so you can get through with as little trouble as possible. The following are some proven ways to manage the stress of a divorce. Surround Read More

Adopting a child is one of the most exciting events that a person can go through. Unfortunately, the adoption process is often complicated, costly, and confusing. If you are thinking about adopting a child, consider the following five tips to help streamline the process and ensure everything goes smoothly. Hire An Attorney One of the first things to keep in mind is that adopting a child is a legal process that Read More

For many people, one of the biggest benefits of getting through a divorce is that you don’t have to deal with your ex any longer. The fact is, however, that there are usually a variety of reasons why communication will still be necessary long after the divorce is finalized. The most common reason is co-parenting, but even if you don’t have young children, there are many times when being able to communicate Read More

There are quite a few situations when it is necessary to establish paternity in order to help protect your rights and allow you to take care of your responsibilities. Whether you are the mother or the father, establishing paternity is often a necessary first step before pursuing things like custody, child support, and more. Understanding how paternity laws in Florida work will help ensure you can make the right Read More

Falling behind on your mortgage payments can happen to anyone. Whether because of a lost job, unexpected expenses, or any number of other things, you can find yourself facing foreclosure surprisingly quickly. If your mortgage company has notified you that they are looking to foreclose, or you believe you may be facing it soon, it is important to know your options. If handled correctly, you can emerge from this Read More

When parents go through a divorce, there are many things that need to be addressed. One of the most important points for both parents is determining what, if any, child support will be paid. The Florida courts take this very seriously, and use quite a bit of information to determine how to award this type of support. Knowing what the courts look at ahead of time can help you prepare for what you will see during your Read More

Adopting a child is one of the most exciting events that you could ever experience. Once you’ve gone through all the legal steps necessary, and the time is coming where you will be bringing your new child home, it is important to ensure everything is handled properly. This is going to be a huge adjustment for your new child, especially if they are a little older. Finding ways to help your adopted child adjust to Read More

The recently passed tax reform bills are having a dramatic impact on the lives of just about everyone in the country. The sweeping reform has direct changes to individual taxes, business taxes, and even how taxes related to divorces are handled. Whether you are currently getting a divorce, or you’re just weighing your options, it is important to learn how the tax laws will impact you today, and for years to Read More

The purpose of a marriage is to build a life together. When the couple no longer wants to continue with this partnership, it is only equitable (unless otherwise agreed to previously in a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement) that they share the assets that were created or obtained during the marriage in a divorce. Unfortunately, not all spouses abide by this rule of equity in a divorce and will go so far as to hide Read More