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We talk about alimony a lot in a lot of our consultations, and the most important thing for the parties to understand is right now in the state of Florida, Florida has eliminated permanent alimony. So even if you have a long-term marriage, there is no such thing as permanent alimony. But it’s important for

The term best interest of the minor child is a very broad term. It’s a very broad term that encompasses probably all aspects of the child’s life, where the court has to make a determination and a decision. What the court believes is in the minor child’s best interest, whether it is health-related, academic-related, should

If a spouse has taken out loans against their retirement account, it impacts the account’s value and divisions. Recognizing these loans and understanding the implications is vital to ensure a fair division. For more information, please consult an experienced family law attorney.

For a paternity case, we would need to know each party’s income for purposes of calculating child support. We’d need to know each party’s assets and liabilities to see if attorney’s fees are an issue. And then we’d also need to know about the history of the child who typically took care of the child,

Public employees, like teachers and law enforcement officers, have pensions governed by unique rules. A deep understanding of Florida’s regulations around these pensions can ensure that assets are divided justly and without unanticipated repercussions. For more information, please consult an experienced family law attorney.

Obviously, there’s… everyone wants to know what “actual income” is and how to determine it. And obviously, as you stated, it’s a good point, are you self-employed? Are you a W2 employee? And why does it really matter? Because the numbers are based on a calculation. So we need to determine what each party’s income

When a couple decides to split up, one of the many difficult decisions they might face is who gets to keep their pet. Traditionally in Florida, pets are considered property in court cases, which means that judges treat them like any other piece of personal property such as furniture or a car. However, in recent

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Basic information such as your name and the name of the other party. If you’re married, what was the date of your marriage? Do you have any children with the other party? Tell your attorney about yourself, your lifestyle, your job, your life at home, what made you decide to speak with an attorney. It

If you could avoid using social media during your divorce, that is probably best. You can obviously post in your social media accounts, doing things with your children. Otherwise it’s best to avoid it. If you have more questions, I suggest you consult with an experienced family law attorney.