Monthly Archives: August 2024
Mandatory Disclosure in Florida Divorce
When a Florida couple files for divorce, they must engage in what is known as mandatory disclosure, where both must provide the other with important financial documentation. It is only after reviewing these records that couples can come up with a fair settlement agreement, wherein they divide their assets in an equitable fashion. Neither… Read More »
Serving Divorce Papers in Florida
The Florida divorce process starts when a spouse files a petition with the court, requesting a dissolution of his or her marriage. As a part of this process, the petitioner will also need to serve a copy of that petition and an official Summons on his or her spouse. Delivery of these papers is… Read More »
The Steps in an Uncontested Divorce
While ending a marriage is never easy, divorce doesn’t have to involve a bitter, drawn-out courtroom battle. In fact, if a couple can agree on all of the terms of divorce and also meet other requirements, then they could be eligible for an uncontested divorce. These types of divorces tend to be resolved much… Read More »
What Happens if I Miss a Child Support Payment?
Child support awards are legally binding court orders, which means that parents must always comply with their terms. This means that missing even a single child support payment can come with significant legal repercussions. The severity of those consequences will, however, depend on a variety of factors, including the parent’s payment history, attitude, and… Read More »
Drafting a Comprehensive Parenting Plan
Ending a marriage is never easy and the process can become even more complicated when couples share children. One way to help ease the transition from a single two-parent household to two one-parent households, however, is to draft a comprehensive parenting plan. This can help ensure that the children’s best interests remain at the… Read More »
