Divorce

Alimony is a monthly payment made by one spouse to another, either as part of a divorce settlement or under court order. Alimony aims to minimize any unjust financial repercussions of a divorce by providing a continuing source of support to a spouse that either...

Divorcing a spouse can be demanding even when uncontested. However, couples often become complacent and neglect to consider things that can go wrong. Even if you anticipate a relatively smooth divorce process, it is beneficial to know some of the most common errors...

Divorce is difficult, and timesharing children can be even more difficult. Timesharing in a divorce can be extremely contentious if parents don't cooperate. Many potential pitfalls can lead to a parent losing rights to their children or spending time with them. If a...

Alimony (also called “spousal support”) can be a hot topic in a divorce, and it’s never really surprising when a couple at war with each other can’t agree on what’s fair. Even once alimony issues are settled (whether by agreement or an order of the court), they can...

If you’re among the increasing number of people over 50 who divorce after their children are grown and have started their own lives, you may not be worried about how the divorce will affect them. Many divorcing spouses are so consumed with their own emotions and the...

Though it is not a technical term, “gray divorce” is often used when people who are 50 years old or older decide to get divorced. It is something that used to be rather uncommon, and may even now come as a surprise. If a couple has been together for decades, friends...

One of the most challenging aspects of any divorce in Florida is dividing assets. For many couples, that's difficult. It involves not just cash but also things like the family home. Even retirement accounts and pensions are affected. In some cases, this becomes very...

When couples in Florida go through a divorce, they divide both the assets they acquired and the debts they took on during their marriages. However, lenders are not bound by the terms of divorce agreements. This means that estranged spouses are sometimes pursued for...

If you and your spouse have decided that it is time for a divorce, you need to think about your children. Taking them into consideration should be at the top of your list. While co-parenting in Florida can be complicated, the more you can work together, the better...