We receive a lot of questions from couples that are interested in hearing more information about Prenuptial Agreements. Sometimes, the couple forgets (or changes their mind) and would like to obtain a prenuptial agreement, but have already married. The question asked is "Can I form...
Our Miami, Family Law Firm is receiving calls in a seemingly increasing number from engaged couples interested in entering into a prenuptial agreement. Why Should I Get a Prenuptial Agreement? A prenuptial agreement is intended for pragmatic engaged couples who would like to see their rights and...
While not the first question that is usually asked, after a while, our clients start to wonder what will happen to certain property when we start to divide the marital estate. One question that a client may ask is "What happens to that luxury vehicle that...
Under certain circumstances (such as a contested divorce), when a client signs on with our firm, we make a few requests for documents from them. These documents are commonly referred to as "Mandatory Disclosures", which the Florida Family Courts may require you to turn over...
Financial Affidavits Mandatory in Florida Divorces In most cases, soon after we bring a new client in, we ask questions that lead to the completion of one of two different Family Law Financial Affidavits. This form is used to put the other party on notice of your...
Domestic Violence Injunctions: Who Can Apply for Domestic Violence Restraining Orders? One of the first questions that a victim of violence should consider is how they can prevent the abuse from going any further. There are different types of injunctions that a victim in a relationship is...
Can One Attorney Represent Both Parties in the Drafting of Our Prenup? This is a question that is commonly asked by couples who are interested in prenuptial agreements. The quick answer is yes. (Del Vecchio v. Del Vecchio, 143 So. 2d 17 (Fla. 1962)) That is, you *can* technically go...
Child Support Guidelines Worksheet This worksheet should be completed if child support is being requested in your Florida family law case. If you happen to know the income of the other party, this worksheet should accompany your financial affidavit. If you don't know the other party’s, it can be completed after you receive...
Are Attorney Fees Tax Deductible in a Divorce? A question that we are frequently asked is "Are Attorney Fees Tax Deductible?", or more specifically, whether divorce attorney fees are deductible. Under the Internal Revenue Code § 262, no deduction shall be allowed for personal, living, or family...