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Fourth, the retirement accounts held in a party’s name are their sole property. Again, if any money is contributed to these accounts, i.e., 401 (k), IRA(s), TSP, or the like, these are considered marital contributions. However, it is essential to note that if a party...
Losing a job can be a challenging time, especially when child support is part of the picture. As a custodial parent, it is natural to worry about the impact of your former spouse's job loss on the child support payments you rely on. In Florida, unemployment itself...
More often than not, people come into my office with assumptions of what will happen in a dissolution of marriage action. Here are a few: First, when the parties do not share a bank account, it is assumed these accounts do not have to be disclosed or divided. If the...
Divorces for military families are uniquely challenging and have several components that need to be considered. Unlike other employed parents, one or both parties may be active duty members of our armed forces. Relocations are not choices but mandatory for these...
It’s a common misconception that “children can pick where they will live” at a certain age in Florida. However, this is not the case. No Florida Statute or Florida Rule of Procedure specifically states that a minor child is permitted to voice an opinion. In fact, in...
Divorce can have a profound impact on children, whether the separation was collaborative or filled with conflict. The transition from living in one household to dividing their time between their parents can cause them to experience a wide range of emotions. In this...
Being in the military has its unique set of challenges, including a different process of getting a divorce. If you are in Florida and contemplating a divorce, here are some considerations to take into account and to help handle the divorce process strategically....
Division of assets between you and your spouse is a crucial and often complicated aspect in divorce. It is helpful to have a basic understanding of how this portion of the divorce works so you can better ensure you get your fair share of assets after you finalize the...
Divorce can be a challenging time but approaching it with a clear vision for your future can help you make decisions that are wise and beneficial for the long term. While it is common for the dissolution of a marriage to become contentious, potentially draining more...
Division of assets between you and your spouse is a crucial and often complicated aspect in divorce. It is helpful to have a basic understanding of how this portion of the divorce works so you can better ensure you get your fair share of assets after you finalize the...