Florida family law requires biological fathers to pay child support. When paternity is established, fathers assume a financial responsibility for the child's well-being and everyday expenses. However, state law also provides a mechanism to challenge legal paternity....
The impact of alimony reform
Many states are considering alimony reform that may have serious consequences for spouses during divorce, particularly women. Most proposed reforms intend to take away the judge's discretion and restrict their awards. This could make it more difficult for judges to...
Take these estate planning steps in your 30s
Many people hear the phrase "estate planning" and assume this is only for older people. You need to get this out of your mind. Regardless of your age, family situation, or finances, there is a good chance that you could benefit from reviewing your estate plan. This...
Rapper and wife move forward with high asset divorce
There are many people in Florida who are of substantial means. While this can lead to a rewarding life, it complicates matters when it is a married couple and they choose to divorce. Issues that come to the forefront in a high asset divorce include property interests,...
Shielding business from divorce
Property disputes in a Florida divorce are not limited to disputes over marital assets such as the house or bank accounts. A spouse's business assets may be lost without proper planning. A proper valuation of the worth of the business is necessary. This allows the...
Protecting your assets when getting married
Because half of all marriages end with a divorce in this country, engaged couples in Florida should set their emotions aside and consider entering a prenuptial agreement that helps disclose their assets and lessen the intensity of property disputes when a marriage...
Careful estate planning reduces family fighting and tax issues
Many people, especially those with higher assets, know that it is important to create a last will and legally sound estate plan. You want to know that your assets are being divided how you wish and that your family will remain solvent after your death. In some cases,...
Florida child support law for medical expenses and healthcare
There are many aspects to Florida child custody and support and all are important. Some are more important than others. A specific issue that must be addressed in a support situation is healthcare and medical expenses. Children must have insurance and receive proper...
Florida child support law for medical expenses and healthcare
There are many aspects to Florida child custody and support and all are important. Some are more important than others. A specific issue that must be addressed in a support situation is healthcare and medical expenses. Children must have insurance and receive proper...
State’s high court rules on spousal property dispute
Property division may be one of the most difficult aspects of divorce in Florida. Even a prenuptial agreement may not end questions over deciding what constitutes marital property that may be divided among the spouses. The state Supreme Court recently issued a...
