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In September of 2020, we discussed the advantages of the use of private judges in divorce litigation. In that article, we shared recent reports of the Jolie vs. Pitt divorce. Jolile sought to have their private judge removed, claiming an undisclosed conflict of interest. Clearly, Jolie was having buyer’s remorse. According to a Fox News

LGBTQ Floridians who want to adopt have had a long and arduous legal and political battle. With the election of Joe Bident for President,  President Obama’s Order establishing Gays as a protected class will continue to be in force. Notwithstanding, the LGBTQ community continues to pressure both legislators and courts throughout the country to protect

Complex divorces, which usually include most high asset divorces, are especially difficult. We have set forth some of the areas where high asset divorce can be highly contentious. 1: Child Support Florida Statute, Section 61.30(6) determines the presumptive minimal support obligation based on income as set forth in the Child Support Guidelines However if the

An official from the Chinese city of Xi’an, according to the Global Times, reported a significant spike in divorce applications, according to an article in The List. It is thought that this is likely due to couples being forced to shelter-in-place for an extended period of time in the Chinese city of Xi’an, where COVID-19

In today’s blog post, we discuss the two types of nuptial agreements: prenuptial and postnuptial to help readers better understand what these agreements mean, what they protect, and when it is appropriate to enter into one. Prenuptial Agreements Prenuptial agreements, also called “premarital agreements” in Florida, are contracts between prospective spouses that determine how certain

There is no shortage of advice regarding emotions and decisions making during a divorce. They all agree: don’t go it alone. Finding the right experts such as forensic accountants or financial experts, investigators, actuaries, and others is usually the attorney’s domain. However, finding expert counseling and emotional support is equally vital if you want to

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