Miami divorce law blog

Tips for timesharing and custody after a Florida divorce

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. posted in timesharing & custody matters on Tuesday, November 5, 2019.

Without a doubt, child custody issues concern divorced parents more than anything else does. Both parents want nothing more than to have happy, healthy kids once their divorce is complete. At the same time, each parent worries that the other parent is falling short in caring for the kids. It is a terrible circle of worry and relief that can wear down an individual physically and emotionally.

As parents ourselves, we understand how timesharing and custody matters continue to plague divorced Florida parents. Our attorneys want to help you overcome these issues so that you can be happy right alongside your kids. In our years of practice, we have learned what can work in some timesharing situations and we would like to give this knowledge to our readers.

Dealing with stress during a hostile divorce

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. on Friday, October 4, 2019.

No divorce is an easy or enjoyable process. However, some divorcing spouses can work together amicably to get a mutually beneficial result. Other spouses struggle due to the hostile relationship that they have, and this can make the divorce process even more difficult.

If you are feeling anxious and stressed because of the hostile behavior of your divorcing spouse, it is a good idea to reflect on how you can improve the situation. While we can never control how other people act, we can control the way that we react to the situations in front of us. The following are some tips for dealing with the stress that comes with divorce.

Is the division of debt actually a part of divorce?

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. posted in property & asset division on Monday, September 30, 2019.

Divorcing couples are typically concerned with dividing assets in the fairest manner. Reaching a successful compromise can be challenging depending on various factors centered on the financial history of the marriage and the marital assets acquired over the duration. In recent years, however, couples have started to recognize the importance of carefully navigating a compromise focused strictly on determining who takes over which marital debts.

Reasons to consider a prenuptial agreement

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. posted in marital agreements on Tuesday, September 24, 2019.

The unfortunate truth is that divorce has become extremely common in the United States. This trend has been consistent for the past couple decades and does not appear to show signs of changing anytime soon. With the divorce rate figures being what they are, it is important to consider ways to protect yourself if a worst-case scenario occurs in your marriage.

Prenuptial agreements have the ability to provide you with the protection you need. It may not be fun conversation to have with your significant other but considering a prenuptial agreement may be in your best interest for the following reasons.

Gray divorce asset division: be aware of the basics

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. on Tuesday, September 10, 2019.

Years have passed in your marriage, you’re in your golden years and have come to the conclusion that you and your partner have simply grown apart or have irreconcilable differences – it’s time for a gray divorce.

That’s the term for couples aged 50 or older who divorce, and the numbers are on the rise. According to Pew Research Center, Gray divorce rates have doubled since the 1990’s, while all other divorce rates have fallen. When your kids are all grown up, the tricky part of the divorce process is you and your partner’s financial situation – how to divide the assets.

Behaviors to look out for in your child after divorce

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. posted in timesharing & custody matters on Friday, September 6, 2019.

When parents get divorced, it is hard on their kids. Adjusting to life in two homes and spending time with parents separately can take a toll on the whole family.

Several sources report about the psychological effects a divorce can have on children. These effects are real, but the children of divorced parents usually develop into healthy and successful adults, just like any other child. However, that does not mean that there are no obstacles along the way. Parents should be aware of certain behaviors that children commonly exhibit during divorce. That way, they can take action to give their children the help and support they need during this stressful time.

Decide on the changes your home life needs after divorce

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, August 21, 2019.

The changes that come with a divorce can seem never-ending but finding the new way of life so you can move on is imperative. For people who have children, the journey toward finding the new normal can be challenging. Despite the difficulties, it is important that you take the time to work through them as quickly as possible so you can have things set for the children.

There are several different things to think about and plan for when you are in this position. The more prepared you are, the better you can help your children as they work to adjust. Always remember that they will thrive on consistency so this must be the focal point of all your plans for the house in Miami where the kids are involved.

Staying on top of divorce-linked money matters

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. posted in property & asset division on Monday, August 12, 2019.

Most divorcing spouses in Miami and across Florida certainly don’t think of marital dissolution in terms of a sink-or-swim analogy, of course.

For select others, though, that image might seem both spot-on and vivid, especially concerning personal finances.

Prenuptial agreements and property division during divorce

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. posted in marital agreements on Friday, July 26, 2019.

The rate of divorce has been increasing during recent decades. Unfortunately, divorce is often messy and unpredictable. It is for this reason that couples create a prenuptial agreement before entering marriage.

A prime consideration when creating a prenuptial agreement concerns division of property in the event a divorce occurs. The property division process during divorce can be particularly complex.

These 3 behaviors could put your parenting time at risk

On behalf of Pacheco Perez P.A. posted in timesharing & custody matters on Thursday, July 11, 2019.

Timesharing is often one of the greatest challenges for parents who decide to split up. Each wish to have as much time with their child(ren) as possible, but complicated schedules can lead to frustration and hard feelings. It is easy to slip into behaviors that can land a parent in trouble for parenting time interference.

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