In 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriages in all 50 states. The landmark decision concludes, “No union is more profound than marriage ... Their hope is not to be condemned to live in loneliness, excluded from one of civilization's oldest...
When planning to divorce, you may wonder if you need a lawyer to assist you. Even if you feel you and your spouse can agree on essential issues, an experienced attorney can read through your agreement to help ensure acceptance by the court. Divorces today can be more...
When you and your spouse took over the family business, your marriage was in the early stages, and you never gave thought to the possibility of divorce. However, things change in life, and you have decided to end your marriage. What will become of the business? Put it...
To take proper care of your loved ones after you die, you devise a plan for your estate and assets. But, how do you ensure they receive their assets sooner and avoid the probate process? AARP offers tips for keeping your estate out of probate court as much as...
Divorce is never an easy process, but it can be most difficult for your children to process. They may not always fully understand the situation or know how to appropriately express their concerns. This can cause them to react in several different ways, including:...
If you and your spouse are considering divorce, there are several routes that you can take — one of which is an alternative dispute resolution called family mediation. The premise of mediation is sitting down with your spouse and an objective third-party to work...
If you and your partner decided against a prenuptial agreement, it does not mean that you cannot make a similar agreement after marriage. Sometimes, a prenup does not sound like a good idea, despite how it serves a legitimate purpose. According to U.S. News, a...
After divorce, a Florida resident may wish to get a fresh start by moving out of state. If the couple has children together, however, shared custody may impact whether either parent can relocate without permission from the court. Review the factors that affect...
Planning your estate in Florida is just the beginning of taking control of your future. Guaranteeing that your plan correlates with your final wishes requires you to keep it updated. Changes throughout your life may impact decisions you thought you already solidified....
Continuing a relationship with your ex is probably one of the hardest parts of sharing children together. Splitting custody of your children means reaching an agreement about who will care for the children and under what conditions. You will also need to negotiate...
