Monthly Archives: September 2023
Permanent Alimony No Longer Possible In Florida
For years, the Florida legislature has been trying to reform alimony laws in the state. Now, they have been successful with SB 1416, which went into effect on July 1, 2023. The law includes a number of changes, including eliminating permanent alimony and changing the duration of alimony when marriages were of a certain… Read More »
Four Frequently Asked Questions About Time-Sharing in Florida
Unlike most other states in the country, Florida law does not recognize the term ‘child custody’. Instead, the terms ‘parental responsibility’ and ‘time-sharing’ are used. The law was changed many years ago to reflect the fact that no parent should ever merely visit their child, but that each parent should have an equal right… Read More »
The Three Biggest Property Division Mistakes, and How to Avoid Them
Of all the terms of divorce you will have to resolve, those involving the division of property are some of the most contentious. Florida is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital assets are divided fairly, which does not necessarily mean equally. Marital assets include any property that was accumulated during the marriage. The property… Read More »
Is Divorce Mediation Required in Florida?
If you are about to get a divorce, you may think you have a long and bitter courtroom battle ahead of you. Fortunately, your case may not have to be that way. You and your spouse can reach an agreement resolving all the terms of your divorce. These terms include property division, child custody,… Read More »
