A prenuptial agreement can be a great way for both spouses to protect their separate assets if the marriage someday ends in divorce. But like all contracts, prenups are only useful if they can be enforced. And unfortunately, many prenuptial agreements are not...
Daytona Beach Florida Legal Blog
When can a child support order be modified?
Life is rarely static. Economies change. You may lose a job. Health scares happen. You or your child may become disabled. If you are currently paying child support in Florida, there may come a time where you believe the current child support order is no longer...
How does one rebuild their finances after a divorce?
Divorce can be a scary prospect. Sometimes this fear is based on the unknown of starting a new life after decades of being married. However, more often, much of the fear is based on finances. How will one survive, post marriage? One household becomes two At the...
Understanding how child custody is determined in Florida
Making the decision to end your marriage is difficult no matter your circumstances. If you and your spouse have children, though, working out a parenting plan will make your divorce more complex than it may otherwise be. You two may disagree about parenting matters,...
Property is divided equitably and not always equally in divorce
As married couples in Florida build a life together, they generally begin to acquire various property and assets. They may buy houses, cars, contribute to retirement accounts, buy stock, buy various household goods and many acquire many other assets as well. While...
Tips for protecting kids during divorce
Divorce is a challenging time for both spouses, but it is an entirely different set of experiences for children. For kids, their whole way of living changes. The world they grew up in will never be the same, which can be extremely detrimental to them. The consequences...
Current health situation may spark increase in divorce filings
The ongoing health situation has had a drastic impact on people in Florida and across the nation in many ways. Although Florida has not had as intense a lockdown and quarantine requirements when compared to other states, the need to work from home and spend more time...
When might there be permanent alimony after a Florida divorce?
When Florida couples divorce, finances and how people will make ends meet post-marriage is often a primary concern. If one spouse was the main breadwinner and the other earned less or was a stay-at-home spouse, there may be disagreements as to the amount of alimony...
The benefits of signing a prenuptial agreement
Wedding planning is fun for most Daytona residents, from choosing the centerpiece design to selecting the cake. However, drafting a prenuptial agreement before tying the knot is anything but fun. Talking about getting divorced before a couple gets married can seem...
Virtual visitation takes child custody into the 21st century
The current environment has changed the way society functions. To adapt to this new reality, modern technology – such as video chat and teleconferencing -- is being utilized in new and innovative ways. The world of child custody is no different. As it becomes more...