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The Florida Court System & Family Law | Brodie Friedman Family Law In 1973 Florida reformed its confusing court system. It replaced the diverse court jurisdictions into a two-tier system, circuit and county. The Florida Constitution, Article V, Sec. 1, enabled the Florida Legislature to establish a circuit court system for each judicial circuit. The

How to Prepare for the First Meeting with a Family Law Attorney Get ready for your first meeting with your family law attorney. This is the time when you can really make a difference in your case. By providing your attorney with the following information you will save yourself a lot of time and money.

Parenting Classes Mandated for Couples Divorcing in Florida In a previous article, we discussed children’s rights in divorce. In the same vein, in 2019, the state of Florida passed Statute 61.21, mandating parents who are separating or divorcing to attend parenting classes. The law has an extensive introduction that explains the public policy behind the

11 Tips for Anyone Considering Divorce If you feel your marriage is failing and you’re considering a split, consider the following tips. 1: Consult with a Family Lawyer as Soon as Possible Getting good legal advice is always a smart idea when entering into any complex venture. A divorce or separation is no different. High

Pets in Divorce: Current Law and National Trends   Some say law follows culture, but incrementally. The hot button issue of pet custody in divorces is a fine example of the reluctance of the courts and the legislatures to recognize the extraordinary and dynamic relationship between owners and their pets that exists in today’s world.

What are the Rights of Children in Divorce?   If you are going through a divorce, it’s important that you have a full understanding of your child’s rights. There are numerous variations of the Bill of Rights for children of divorce. Brodie Friedman wants to ensure your child is protected during and after the divorce

Private Judges in Divorce In the widely reported marital split of Jolie vs. Pitt, Angelina Jolie filed a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court seeking the removal of private Judge John W. Ouderkirk. Jolie’s attorneys alleged that the Judge failed to disclose a conflict of interest.  Their case can be cited as the catalyst for

Representation at a Distance: The Rise and Benefits of Virtual Law This year has been hard to say the least. We’re in and out of quarantine, going back to work and staying home, sending our kids back to school and homeschooling all at once. Depending on where you are, restrictions could be tight, loose, or

Celebrating Same-Sex Marriage in Florida Six years ago today, on August 21, 2014, a U.S. district court ruled Florida’s same–sex marriage ban unconstitutional. This was an exciting ruling for Florida’s LGBTQ community. It would be nearly half a year later, on January 6, 2015, that Florida would finally declare same-sex marriage legal. “Today’s decision decisively

7 Florida Child Support Myths Busted We’ve all attended a gathering, party, or event where someone believes they’re an expert on the law when, in reality, they’ve just watched a lot of crime TV. This is where myths about complicated issues like Florida child support are born. To help you avoid falling for any of