Although it is assumed that when a couple is married that the father of any children born during the marriage are the biological children of that man, this may not always be the case. If the mother engaged in an affair that led to the pregnancy, the father may be in question. However, if you…
Read MoreIf you are going through a divorce or modifying your parenting plan and you and the other parent cannot agree on a plan, you may be assigned a guardian ad litem (GAL). This individual is a volunteer and should not have had any previous connection to either parent. Sometimes the court makes the decision to…
Read MoreAlthough divorce is never easy, if you and your spouse are on good terms, you may want to consider divorce through mediation or collaboration. However, if you are unsure about what either of these types of divorce entail or which is better for you, please keep reading. What is Divorce Through Mediation? When you choose…
Read MoreTrusts can often be misunderstood. Many may assume a trust is only an option for the very wealthy. However, establishing a trust can benefit your loved ones after your passing regardless of your financial status. As part of Financial Literacy Month, we are sharing a bit of information about trusts and why they may be…
Read MoreApril is National Financial Literacy Month. We thought it would be the perfect time to talk about estate planning for those in their 20s and 30s. Many in this age range may assume, if they are not currently wealthy or have many assets, that they do not need to work with an estate planning attorney.…
Read MoreMany people may think the only time they need a family attorney before they marry is if they want a prenuptial agreement. There are many reasons to consult a family attorney before marriage, though. After all, you will need one throughout your marriage as your family and assets grow and change. Here are three reasons…
Read MoreAs many couples today marry later in life, either for the first time or again, accumulated assets are more likely to influence the upcoming nuptials. Both parties should protect their assets, and one of the best ways to do this is with a prenuptial agreement. If you are getting married and considering a prenuptial agreement,…
Read MoreAlthough your divorce is final, you may continue to need the assistance of a family law attorney. This is especially true in divorces with minor children. After nearly any change to your or the co-parent’s financial, work or living situation, you may require an attorney’s assistance. Here are a few instances which may require the…
Read MoreWhen you divorced, you may have been awarded child support or alimony (also referred to as spousal support). However, if your circumstances or your spouse’s circumstances have significantly changed, there may be a case for alimony or child support modification. Alimony Modification First, if you were not awarded alimony, you cannot go back and request…
Read MoreFlorida is one of many states which allows for no-fault divorce. Put simply, a no-fault divorce means neither party is required to give a reason for the divorce other than the union is irretrievably broken, meaning there is no chance of getting back together. Why is This a Good Thing? One benefit to all parties…
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