Five Stages of a Divorce Case in Florida

Family law in Florida is a very complex and dynamic area of practice even for the most seasoned attorney. So if you are feeling overwhelmed by the process, take heart, you have landed in the perfect spot. My goal for this article is to give you a brief and digestible road map through the 5 main stages of every divorce case in Florida.

UPDATING YOUR ESTATE PLAN AFTER DIVORCE

After having just survived the stress and emotional turmoil that even the most amicable of divorces can bring, estate planning may be the last thing your to-do list. However, there is no time more critical than now to update or create an estate plan. If you leave everything as it is or forget to create an estate plan altogether, your ex-spouse could receive some or all of your assets when you die. The only way to completely control your assets is to update your estate plan regularly to account for any changes in your life.

4 Common Timesharing Schedules for Successful Co-Parenting

Florida Law requires every divorce case in the state of Florida to include a detailed parenting plan that describes (among other things) a child timesharing schedule which addresses when the children will spend time with each of their parents. What follows is a description of 4 timesharing schedules that are most commonly used. 1 Week…

Estate Planning: Wills & Trusts

Having your affairs in order, ensuring your loved ones are protet, is one of the most compassionate acts you can take for them.

My #1 Tip for My Divorce Clients (and it may surprise you!)

Going through a divorce is one of the most difficult experiences any adult will face during their lifetime. In fact, according to Thrive Global only the death of a loved one out ranks divorce in the top 10 most stressful life events. If a couple has children, that stress is only compounded. Divorce effects our…