The words "collaborative" and "divorce" might sound like they're at odds with each other. But in fact, a collaborative divorce is one of the best ways to avoid an expensive legal battle in Florida. If the negotiations fail, the divorce could be dragged out for months...
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Protecting a business during a divorce
Married couples in Florida and throughout the United States will terminate their marriage through divorce almost 50% of the time. When this happens, divorcing couples must split up the assets they have gained during the marriage. The division of assets can become more...
When is a QDRO needed in a divorce?
When people in Florida get a divorce, they may have some property to divide, including retirement assets. For some retirement accounts, a document known as a qualified domestic relations order is necessary. Benefits of filing promptly The person who has the retirement...
Do not make these common divorce errors
In the heat of the moment, many people make mistakes in a Florida divorce that will come back to haunt them. These errors can either increase the chances of litigation or leave you in financial difficulty after the divorce. Avoiding these common mistakes can make your...
How to handle a timeshare in a divorce
When a Florida couple gets divorced, all of their assets are subject to division. The same holds true when dealing with a timeshare that the couple jointly holds. Essentially, the couple can divide the timeshare, sell it or award it to one of the spouses. Sell the...
Divorce may alter your retirement timeline
Figures from the National Institute for Retirement Security reveal that divorced individuals have less money saved for their later years than married individuals. This is partially because Florida law requires that money inside of a retirement account be allocated in...
The many costs of a divorce trial
In a Florida divorce, the spouses sometimes face a tough choice at a critical part of the proceedings. They must choose whether to settle the case or to proceed to trial. While most divorce cases eventually settle, a small percentage of them do go to a judge to...
How to make shared parenting work
As many Florida parents have discovered, making shared parenting work can be a delicate endeavor. There are many things to consider, and for it to be successful, parents need to keep the focus on the children and what is most beneficial to them. When it comes to child...
Child custody law in Florida
No one goes into a marriage planning on it ending in divorce, but circumstances can change. No matter how amicable a divorce may be, there are still a lot of issues that have to be worked out concerning property distribution, debt responsibilities and, perhaps most...
Consider prenuptial agreement when bringing assets to a marriage
When you are considering marriage in Florida, you are likely not thinking ahead to what may happen if the marriage is unsuccessful. This is understandable as many couples hesitate to think about divorce before they are even wed. However, if you are bringing...
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