In today's society there are a variety of different types of family arrangements. Children may form strong attachments to adults other than their birth parents, such as step parents, following a divorce. Children may ultimately form bonds with step parents that are...
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Are Premarital Agreements Enforceable In Florida?
The act of marriage is assumed to be based upon love and respect. Many Floridians, however, overlook the fact that a marriage is also a legal relationship that can affect ownership of property, custody of children, support obligations and disparity of income....
To Keep Or Sell? What To Do With The Family Home In A Divorce
Home may be where the heart is, but when it comes to divorce it is often a very sought after -- and fought over -- piece of property. It can be very stressful when a divorcing couple in Florida cannot agree on who should be awarded the home or whether they should sell...
What Is Alimony And Why Is It Important?
This blog recently discussed possible alimony reform and suggested changes to Florida's alimony laws. So what is alimony, sometimes referred to as spousal support, and why is it an important concern for so many divorcing spouses? Alimony is an award of financial...
Knowing When And How A Parent Can Relocate With A Child
Parental relocation can be a significant concern for many families following a divorce and in some other circumstances as well. Parental relocation can have a large impact on a child custody situation, impacting the child in a meaningful way. Without an agreement,...
Lawmaker Proposes Penalty Changes For Delinquent Child Support
Family law resources are available to help guide parents through child support challenges they may face. A Florida state lawmaker recently filed the Florida Responsible Parent Act which would protect parents in certain categories from contempt of court charges for...
Knowing What Rights Grandparents May Have
Grandparents' rights can be a sensitive issue for many families. It can also be an extremely important issue for many grandparents. It is helpful to understand what rights to visitation and custody of their grandchildren, if any, grandparents may have and that those...