Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Want A Separation? Use A Postnuptial Agreement
For some couples, getting legally separated has many benefits over getting a divorce. Legal separation allows some couples to live separately and apart for a period of time, which can help each person determine if they want to go through with the divorce. Getting legally separated can also allow people to separate from their… Read More »
Do You Have To Pay Child Support For Tuition?
Divorce is very expensive, particularly if you are ordered to pay alimony or child support. Unfortunately, post-secondary education is even more costly. Most of the time, the parents of a child attending university or college will sit down together with their child to determine how they will pay their tuition. After the parents have… Read More »
The Do’s And Do Not’s Of Child Custody Litigation
Disputes involving child custody, or parenting time as it is known in Florida, are extremely emotional for the parents going through them. Constantly arguing with your spouse or former spouse about scheduling, parenting decisions, and more will leave you exhausted and you might not always make the best decisions. Making the wrong choice now… Read More »
Tips To Follow When Getting A High Net Worth Divorce
Regardless of the situation, divorce is never an easy process to go through. For couples that are affluent and that have a high net worth, the process is much more complex. Couples who have a high net worth often jointly own businesses, homes, and other assets of high value. High net worth couples also… Read More »
Can You Avoid Alimony In A Brandon Divorce?
Alimony is one of the most contentious aspects of divorce. Spousal support is sometimes necessary to help one person support themselves and their family during and after the divorce proceedings. Still, it is never guaranteed and if your spouse is making an unfair request for it, there are defenses you can use to shield… Read More »
Does Florida Have A Residency Requirement For Divorce?
Any divorce case has the potential to become contentious and stressful. However, there are things you can do to make it easier, and knowing the laws that govern the process is just one of them. By understanding the law, you can make sure that no mistakes are made that will create unnecessary delays in… Read More »
What Is The Average Child Support Payment In Brandon?
All parents in Brandon, and throughout Florida, are expected to support their children financially until the child turns 18 years old. In some cases, child support can be extended until the child turns 19 years old, if they are still in high school when they turn 18. When parents get a divorce, a judge… Read More »
Do You Have To Separate Before Divorce In Florida?
When people are unhappy in their marriage, they may talk about separating or divorcing their spouse. Some people may even use the terms “separating” and “divorce” interchangeably. The two terms are very different legally speaking, though. When a couple legally separates, they are still considered married in the eyes of the law. The only… Read More »
Four Benefits Of Mediation During Divorce
The backlog of the Florida family courts is notorious. To ensure that cases proceed smoothly and as quickly as possible to clear up some of this backlog, most divorces must enter mediation before litigation, or a divorce trial, is an option. Mediation involves both parties meeting with a mediator to try and reach an… Read More »
How To Prepare For A Consultation With A Family Lawyer
Whether you are going through a divorce, adopting a child, or need to establish paternity, you need the help of a Brandon family lawyer. Many people going through familial legal matters have never needed the help of an attorney before and so, they are unsure about how to prepare for the first meeting with… Read More »
