Permanent alimony will continue to remain an option for Florida family law judges. Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed the latest bill addressing this subject that was passed by the Florida legislature. The attempt at eliminating this option, as other states have done, is...
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Signs that your marriage might be in trouble
Every couple has its ups and downs, especially those who have been together for many years or even decades. In fact, how a couple overcomes obstacles is a sign of how strong the relationship is. There have been some issues in your own relationship recently and you’re...
Who keeps the house when you divorce in Florida?
Dividing your property will probably be a source of disagreement in your Florida divorce. Unless you and your spouse signed a marital agreement that talks about what will happen to your belongings if you divorce, it can be hard to predict what will happen with your...
What to do when your spouse says they want a divorce
Last month you were poring over summer holiday brochures and looking at moving to a larger house. Now your spouse tells you they want a divorce. If it is a shock, your first question is likely to be, “Why?” Yet, if your spouse is dead set on ending the marriage, that...
Is cryptocurrency involved in your divorce?
Cryptocurrency – whether it’s Bitcoin or Dogecoin – has become an increasingly popular investment for people of all income levels. That means it’s also becoming an increasingly common asset to complicate divorce proceedings. If you’re divorcing your spouse and crypto...
Telling your spouse you want a divorce is never easy
You may have been thinking about informing your spouse you want to split up for a long time. Or maybe it was an impulsive decision that just makes sense to you. Either way, having the actual discussion when you utter the words that will affect both of you forever can...
Divorce vs trial separation
When you and your spouse decide it might be time to go your separate ways, it can be challenging to know whether a trial separation or a final dissolution of your marriage is the right choice for you and your family. Understanding the differences between these...
The financial implications of divorce
The divorce process does not come without challenges. However, it is often the only feasible option for couples who are no longer compatible. It can be tough to accept that a relationship is no longer functioning. This difficulty can also be accentuated if there are...
Getting child support payments from your former military spouse
You and your military spouse have been married for more than 10 years. You might have resolved that you would keep your marriage strong, no matter how many times they were deployed in other countries -- but that just didn't happen. Now, the communication between the...
3 serious consequences of hiding marital assets
Divorce can be difficult for everyone. It is not unusual for divorce to bring out the worst in people. And one way this happens is when one or both parties decide to hide marital assets from each other or the eyes of the court. There are a number of reasons why a...