No one foresees a divorce when tying the knot, but for most, it is the only means to an end of a problem that is irreparable. Similarly to a wedding, divorces are time-consuming, costly, frustrating, and challenging for everyone involved. Instead of bringing two people...
A qualified domestic relations order ("QDRO") is a domestic relations order that should be included in a divorce proceeding, typically when dealing with pension funds. A QDRO will allow for the transfer of value of certain investments while enabling the recipient to continue to postpone taxes...
Husbands and wives can make excellent business partners. However, in the event of a divorce, remaining business partners could be out of the question. The divorce settlement can become tricky when a couple owns a business together. For married business partners, the best resolution will...
Many divorces start because of one problem: money. Not having enough of it or disagreeing on spending and saving habits can drive a couple apart and lead them to the realization that they are not compatible. However, money issues don’t stop during a divorce -...
If you have been married for a significant length of time to someone from whom you are now divorced, there is a chance that you are still eligible for survivor’s Social Security benefits upon your ex-spouse’s death. Divorce laws in the state of Florida can...
For those of you who do not know, a financial affidavit is a formal document where in which you disclose financial investments, prior to a divorce proceeding. Often, this legal form is required during divorce litigation. When filling out the affidavit, you are also required...
Knowing about the divorce process before it starts will be extremely beneficial in that it can potentially expedite the occurrence of your desired outcome. The following are five things that you should know about divorce before filing: 1. You Will Need an Attorney This is not something...
Financial questions are some of the first to pop up when considering a separation or divorce. Usually, finances are shared during a marriage. Many couples share joint bank accounts, credit cards and investment accounts. When a separation occurs, couples often scramble to figure out how...
One element of divorce in the state of Florida is the process of dividing property that was accumulated by both spouses during their marriage. That includes cars, clothes, house, and the various personal property that are to be divided between the parties. Some of the...