Sometimes, it can take several years before married couples really know one another. Despite every marriage having its ups and downs, many couples become stronger as the years go by. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case for every couple. Some partners don’t like the...
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What are your alimony options?
Alimony is a form of spousal support that’s given from one spouse to the other after a divorce. The purpose of alimony is so that a spouse can continue living a lifestyle they’re accustomed to living until they can become self-supporting. Typically, alimony is given...
How to protect your child from domestic violence after divorce
Domestic violence, often known as family violence or intimate partner violence, encompasses a wide range of abusive behaviors within a family or a romantic relationship. These behaviors can be physical, emotional, psychological or financial in nature. Children who...
3 tips for talking to your partner about getting a prenup
A prenuptial (prenup) agreement offers many benefits, from encouraging honest financial conversations to alleviating the stress or financial burden associated with divorce. However, not everyone views this agreement positively, or at least at first. Some people...
Should your parenting time plan address your pets?
If you and your child’s other parent are going your separate ways, it’s time to figure out how your co-parenting arrangement is going to function in ways that serve your child’s best interests and in ways that are manageable for both you and your co-parent. Some...
Should you sign a prenup before getting married?
Love is a beautiful thing. And when you meet “someone special” and decide to marry, you hope to live happily ever after. Unfortunately, things may happen down the road. If your marriage comes to an end due to a divorce, all the wealth you have made (as well as any...
Property division sometimes includes a QDRO
Divorce negotiations and litigation necessarily involve discussions about a couple’s division of assets, often including retirement accounts. For many couples, retirement funds represent a significant portion of their wealth, and ensuring a fair division of these...
What’s wrong with a hardline approach in divorce negotiations?
There is so much at stake in a divorce, especially if you share children. Therefore, it might seem logical to take a hardline stance to get what you believe you deserve -- especially if you consider your spouse largely to blame for the end of your marriage. There are...
Dating when divorcing: Is it wise?
Should you go ahead and start dating while you are waiting for your divorce to be final? Or could it be problematic? Usually, it is best to wait. Here are some reasons why: A new partner can provoke bad feelings Maybe your spouse says they don’t mind you seeing...
Florida lawmakers pass new bill to end permanent alimony
If it seems like Florida lawmakers’ attempts to end the option of permanent alimony are old news, that’s because they’ve been trying to do it for years – without success. Two different governors have vetoed these bills. Last year, Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed a bill that...