Same-sex couples often face unique challenges when dividing assets during a divorce, especially when their relationship started before marriage rights became legal. Without legal recognition for much of their partnership, it can be hard to divide assets accumulated...
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Social media tips for divorced parents
Social support from friends and family is critical for parents coping with divorce. Many people turn to social media for these connections. If you are a parent going through a divorce, it is normal to seek support from your social circle, which may include social...
When parenting styles differ
The most challenging aspect of divorce is the impact on children. The different parenting styles that existed throughout the marriage will likely continue post-divorce. Cooperation between divorcing spouses is paramount regardless of how they approach raising their...
3 ways to help your child adjust to living in two homes
Adjusting to life during and after a divorce challenges the whole family. Your children especially might first find it difficult living in two separate homes. Incorporating a few key changes into your life can help your children adjust to this new living arrangement....
4 Steps to take when preparing for your divorce
It is not easy to get a divorce. Not only will you have to wade through the emotions, but you will also have to deal with the paperwork and plan your future. However, knowing how to prepare for your divorce can make it seem more manageable. Here are some steps to take...
How to ask your partner for a postnuptial agreement
It is difficult to mention the subject of a postnuptial agreement without causing your spouse to worry about divorce. After all, a postnup serves to protect specified rights and assets from standard proceedings in the event of a marital split. Unlike a prenuptial...
Types of alimony in Florida divorces
It is not uncommon for one spouse to earn less income than another. When this is the case for a divorcing couple, the courts sometimes award alimony payments to the spouse with a lower-income level. There are several types of alimony in Florida. Permanent alimony The...
Advantages of an uncontested divorce in Florida
Divorce is difficult for everyone, but it does not need to be excessively stressful for couples whose decision to split is mutual. If you and your spouse can agree on issues of property division and parenting plans, then there is no need to battle one another in front...
What happens to your house in a Florida divorce?
As a result of the time and investment that has made your house a home, the fate of your house can be one of the most contentious aspects of property division in a Florida divorce. Thankfully, there are a number of options available to you during this process,...
How does an LGBTQ divorce impact parenting plans in Florida?
Since 2015, those in the same-sex community, like all other Floridians, have employed the rights and prerogatives of legal marriage. State laws have done their best to catch up and adapt to the civil needs of LGBTQ families. A particularly complex issue that sometimes...