You’re getting divorced, and you have kids. This is all new territory for you. Get ready to hear a ton of words you’ve never heard before. Or maybe you’ve heard them, but never needed to know the definition. The onslaught of legalese and new rules can be an overwhelming addition to an already tumultuous situation. […]
Do I need a forensic accountant for my Jupiter divorce?
October 22, 2013
You may be preparing to go through a divorce and wondering, Do I need a forensic accountant for my Jupiter divorce? Well, it depends. In some cases it may be necessary for your Jupiter divorce lawyer to hire a forensic accountant. First things first. If you hire a divorce lawyer you trust, who is a […]
How to Find the Right Divorce Lawyer
October 3, 2013
There are a lot of lawyers in Jupiter, and Palm Beach County. Narrow it down to your area of need, divorce or family law, and there are STILL a lot of attorneys in Jupiter! So how do you go about finding the right one for you? Here are some tips on How to Find the […]
Permanent Alimony in Florida
September 27, 2013
Many Jupiter couples who divorce after many years of marriage want to know about the possibility of Permanent Alimony in Florida. In a previous post, we briefly defined the different types of alimony in Florida. Permanent Alimony (also called Permanent Periodic Alimony) is permanent in the sense that it is in effect until the death […]
How Long Does a Divorce Take?
September 25, 2013
Everyone who wants a divorce wants to know how long it’s going to take before the divorce is final. We are asked this question frequently in our Jupiter divorce practice. Unfortunately, we can’t give a cut and dried answer to the question, How long does a divorce take? The answer depends on you, your spouse, and […]
How to Help Your Kids Cope with a Divorce
September 15, 2013
Divorce is tough on kids, no doubt about it. They are the innocent victims of broken marriages. No matter what age, kids will feel the effects of divorce in their lives in some way or another. Here are some tips on how to help your kids cope with a divorce in your family. The family […]
Types of Alimony in Florida
September 10, 2013
Here are some of the questions about the types of alimony in Florida that we are routinely asked in our Jupiter divorce law firm. What is alimony? Are there different kinds of alimony? How do you know if you’re entitled to alimony? Is there a way to calculate how much alimony you are entitled to? […]
Family Business? It Could Be Split in Your Divorce
August 27, 2013
What will happen to my business when I divorce? Divorces can be devastating – to the couple, children, extended family, finances…even the family business. Did you start a business with your spouse? Did one spouse start a business before you were married but incorporate the other spouse into the business? Did one spouse start a […]
How to Calculate Child Support in Florida
August 24, 2013
So, you’re a Jupiter parent going through a divorce. How do you know whether and how much child support you will owe? That is not an easy question to answer, as the calculation of child support is a very complicated matter. Florida law requires the court to consider a number of factors when determining the […]
Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement in Jupiter, Florida?
August 13, 2013
Getting married soon? Congratulations! What a blissful and exciting time. But also a time for lots of change. As you contemplate spending the rest of your life with someone, suddenly you’ve got a lot of important things to think about. Are we on the same page with child-rearing? Should one of us stay home with […]