After a divorce, both spouses will inevitably move on. Remarriage will occur, and the children will gain a new stepparent(s). Life in a blended family can be challenging for a child, as well as the parent, at first, but if the situation is approached with...
Pendente Lite Alimony is a form of temporary financial support awarded during the pendency of a dissolution of marriage proceeding. In Florida divorce litigation, pendente lite alimony functions as an interim remedy designed to ensure that a financially disadvantaged spouse has the resources necessary to...
We’ve all had those days at work that break down the spirit, spark the temper, and beg to be complained about. The natural urge is to find someone with whom to vent. Maybe a co-worker who can identify with your struggles, perhaps a friend or...
Child custody and parental laws can be confusing when you are looking at any situation outside of the traditional married couple with children. One group of US citizens that often have less exposure in the media and public mind when it comes to parental responsibilities...
Engagements are exciting and romantic. When you are about to enter a marriage with someone you love deeply, drafting a prenuptial agreement can seem like the last task you want to do. Prenuptial agreements can make some couples uncomfortable, as it makes the possibility of...
Inheritances can be amassed from a variety of sources, and they often include generous gifts given by parents or grandparents. In order to protect these assets, in a Florida divorce, we must be able to establish the inheritance as "extra-marital" property. What might be considered...
No one is ever completely ready for a divorce. Despite this, it is important to consider the many facets to this complex decision to try and ready yourself as much as possible for whatever route you take. Here are ten things to consider before filing...
Introduction to the Florida Department of Children and Families The Florida Department of Children and Families governs the authority, structure, and operations of the Florida Department of Children and Families and directly affects dependency, custody, and family court proceedings in Miami-Dade County. Understanding Florida Department of...
This is for anyone involved in a divorce, paternity, modification, or enforcement case in Miami-Dade County. It explains how litigants obtain financial records, testimony, electronically stored information, and sworn admissions under the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure. In high conflict cases involving child support,...