Family Law

Divorce is notorious for causing emotional disruption for children. While parents can't eliminate emotional reactions to divorce, they can take steps to protect their children from the most damaging aspects of divorce. The right approach to divorce can benefit minor...

Are you and your spouse gritting your teeth from trying not to snap at one another while getting through the winter holidays? That’s a rough spot to be in, especially when children are involved. Below are some tips to help you get through the holiday season prior to...

Going through a divorce means your financial situation is going to change. For one thing, you are going to have to divide marital assets with your ex. On top of that, if the two of you were budgeting based on two incomes while you were married, your income is going to...

You may notice a gap between your current expenses and the support figure in place. Childcare needs can shift over time, and daily routines can evolve in ways that change your financial balance. These developments can prompt you to study the rules that guide support...

In most cases, co-parents share child-related expenses. They agree that each will contribute a certain amount to the child’s education, medical bills, personal care, entertainment and so on. Unfortunately, the chances of conflicts arising can be high. If you and your...

For some families, divorce can be a process that takes more than a year to complete. Those with complicated marital estates and high levels of conflict may need to litigate in family court. They may wait months for a hearing and even longer for a judge to enter the...

You know that the way you tell your children about an upcoming divorce is going to impact how they take the news and how they react to it moving forward. You definitely want this conversation to go smoothly. But how do you do it? It is natural to be nervous about...

The end of a marriage can be a challenging time, particularly when it comes to dividing property and assets. Among the most complex parts of this process is determining how joint purchases should be divided.  These purchases can include homes, vehicles, furniture or...

Going through a divorce leads to major changes in your life. While some people focus on things like finding a new place to live or how the divorce will affect finances, there are other things to consider. One of these is what your first holiday season will be like...

Parenting plans give children stability after a divorce. Life can make these plans harder to follow. Knowing how Florida handles custody changes can make the process easier and less stressful for everyone. When the court may approve a change Florida courts will only...