Divorce has far-reaching effects on children that can impact their emotional well-being, social skills and their ability to focus in school. Parents can reduce some of the negative effects of their changing family dynamic when they put their children first. Parents...
Understand the two types of Florida divorce
If you are thinking about ending your marriage, you probably know you have to separate from your spouse. However, most people are unsure what to do next to seek a legal divorce in Florida. Review the rules for filing for simplified or regular dissolution of marriage...
Is a gray divorce in the cards?
As you get into your 50s, you may find yourself with a surprising amount of time on your hands. The kids are out of the house. Retirement is on the horizon, if it has not already arrived yet. And you may reevaluate the marriage you have had for possibly decades. Gray...
What are the most common reasons for divorce?
If you are currently considering divorce, you may feel pressured to make it work in spite of your unhappiness. Family members, friends and religious leaders may urge you to forgive whatever transgressions led to the rift in your marriage. You may also feel unwilling...
What is not included in marital assets?
The most litigated part of divorce proceedings is property division. If you are thinking about or in the midst of divorcing your spouse, you likely worry about what property will remain exclusively yours and what is part of the marital assets. As an “equitable...
Understanding the correlation between divorce and health
When couples in Florida are in a hostile relationship, their health may suffer as a result of the contention, frustration and unhappiness they experience so frequently. If they choose to divorce, they may notice new effects on their health that may not always be...
What do courts consider when deciding child custody?
If you are seeking child custody in your divorce, you may realize that child custody issues are often a common issue during these proceedings, and courts across the nation strive to consider the best interests of the children involved. The National Center for State...
Getting organized may help you reach better divorce outcomes
After realizing that you and your spouse will be getting a divorce, you may not initially feel up to doing much. Your relationship may have been tense leading up to the final decision, and the thought of going through the divorce process may seem overwhelming. While...
Help with post-divorce modifications
Divorce-related modifications are essential for many divorced couples and families as things change following a divorce. Divorce modifications can help when changes need to be made to a child support order, child custody order or a spousal support order. Resolving all...
Florida property division laws during divorce
Property division during a Florida divorce can be a challenge which makes it helpful for divorcing couples to understand. Property division is generally based on the type of property at issue and equitable property division rules. Florida is an equitable property...
