In a 5-4 landmark decision, the Supreme Court of the United States reversed the previous ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, and has granted same-sex couples the right to marry in any state. Here we provide a brief summary of the Court’s ruling on this monumental decision. The Process for Determining if Equal Protection is Being […]
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5 Things Clients Do to Hurt Their Divorce Case
June 15, 2015
Whether you or your spouse have filed for divorce, you’re contemplating a divorce, or you’re in the midst of a divorce now, there are some important things you need to know that could have serious consequences in your divorce case. Sometimes clients unknowingly say or do things that end up hurting their case. I’ll explain […]
Florida Paternity FAQs
March 11, 2015
One-third of American children – that’s 24 million children – currently live without a father in their home. This is considered a social crisis in America. Research has shown that “children with involved fathers do better across every measure of child well-being than their peers in father-absent homes.” These children do better physically (health-wise), socially, […]
Equitable Distribution of Property in Florida Divorces
February 27, 2015
When a married couple divorces in Florida, the court must divide assets (property, income, investments, etc.) and liabilities (debts). Who gets what, and how much? How is that decision reached? NOTE: This issue can get extremely complicated during a divorce. The following is a very brief, general explanation of asset and liability division that does […]
Florida Child Support FAQs
January 6, 2015
Many divorced parents with children find themselves in a constant battle. He/she doesn’t parent the kids well. He/she doesn’t spend enough time with the kids. He/she doesn’t set a good example. He/she isn’t paying child support. This struggle to see eye to eye isn’t all the surprising – after all, you got divorced for a […]
Child Custody Modifications: What does a “Substantial Change in Circumstances” Mean?
January 5, 2015
In a divorce proceeding where the couple has minor children, the trial court determines the initial custody arrangement based upon the best interests of the child. To determine the child’s “best interests” the court takes into consideration a number of factors, including: (a) The demonstrated capacity and disposition of each parent to facilitate and encourage a […]
Child Custody and Visitation – Have the Terms Changed in Florida?
May 21, 2014
Ever heard these terms? Child Custody Visitation Custodial Parent Non-Custodial Parent Permanent Residential Parent These are common terms used regarding divorcing parents and how they share time with their children. Not in Florida…not anymore, anyway. Out with the bad and in with the good, as they say. Back in 2008, Florida law eliminated the above […]
Who Can Live in the Home During the Divorce?
April 21, 2014
A very common question I receive from clients is, Who can live in the home during the divorce? The easy answer is, BOTH of you can live in the home while the divorce is pending. If one or both of you does not want to or cannot afford to move out, then you may stay […]
What is the #1 Factor in Determining Alimony?
April 9, 2014
This is a very commonly asked question. Whether you want to receive alimony, or you’re going to be the one paying it – everyone wants to know the #1 factor that goes into deciding if alimony will be awarded, and in what amount. Let’s back up for a minute and get a little background on […]
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 […]