If you and your same-sex spouse wish to divorce, you may face challenges that divorcing heterosexual couples do not. FindLaw explains that prior to the landmark 2015 U.S. Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, many states, including Florida, did not recognize...
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What is a simple will?
A common belief is that estate planning is for people who are in the twilight of their lives. However, it is important to have some provisions in place in case the unexpected and tragic occurs, no matter how young or old you are. It is true that if you are on the...
Planning for potential estate taxes
As you immerse yourself in the estate planning process in Florida, one important element to consider is preparing for the potential of taxes. Most people come to us here at the Law Office of Cheryl Bucker, P.A. assuming that both the local and federal government will...
Should you change your name after your divorce?
If you assumed your spouse’s last name at the beginning of your marriage, you may be thinking about switching back after your divorce concludes. In Florida, a judge may restore your previous name in your final judgement of dissolution of marriage. You may then use the...