A Florida prenuptial agreement lawyer must follow strict ethical obligations when drafting or advising clients about premarital agreements. A common question that arises in Florida family law practice is whether one attorney may represent both parties to a prenuptial agreement. The issue implicates professional responsibility...
The deductibility of family law attorney fees is a question that frequently arises during divorce, support disputes, and post judgment family litigation. Individuals navigating the emotional and financial consequences of a marital dissolution often incur substantial legal costs while attempting to resolve issues such as...
An unfit home for children Florida law analysis begins with the fundamental principle that the safety and well being of children must be protected above all competing interests. Florida courts evaluate whether a child’s living environment places the child at risk of physical harm, emotional...
Domestic violence injunctions in Miami represent one of the most consequential and time-sensitive proceedings in Florida family law. For individuals who are victims of domestic violence, or who have reasonable cause to believe they are in imminent danger of becoming a victim, the Florida legal...
Child custody during military deployment Florida is governed by a specialized legal framework designed to protect both the child’s stability and the rights of servicemember parents. Military service frequently requires relocation, extended travel, and overseas deployment, which can complicate existing parenting plans and timesharing schedules....
Qualify for Divorce in Florida There are two topics that you should discuss with your prospective Florida attorney at the beginning of your divorce consultation in order to determine if you qualifications for filing for divorce in Florida. The first topic that you should discuss is which...
Net Income for Child Support in Florida is the foundational calculation that determines how much a parent will pay or receive under Florida’s statutory child support guidelines. In Miami-Dade County and throughout the State of Florida, courts must strictly apply section 61.30, Florida Statutes, to...
The question of who files first in a Florida divorce is a common concern among spouses considering dissolution of marriage. Many individuals assume that the spouse who files the divorce petition first gains a decisive legal advantage. In reality, Florida family law does not automatically...
Income Deduction Orders If you are currently going through a Florida divorce and are supposed to receive child support and/or alimony - you should be aware of Income Deduction Orders. Put simply, it is an order issued by a judge through which the parent who is...