Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Tax Repercussions of Divorce
While taxes may be the last thing on a divorcing couple’s mind, the reality is that ending a marriage does come with significant and far-reaching tax-related repercussions. Alimony and a name or filing status change, for instance, are only a few things that divorcing parties should be sure to consider. Read on to learn… Read More »
Alimony Reform in Florida
For many years, Florida lawmakers have been attempting to do away with permanent alimony. These attempts were finally successful at the end of June, when Governor DeSantis signed this year’s alimony reform bill into law. The terms of the law will have a significant impact on alimony wards moving forward, as its terms apply… Read More »
Where to Look for Hidden Assets During Divorce
Ending a marriage can be a daunting prospect for any couple. This process can, however, be particularly overwhelming when one of the spouses suspects the other of hiding assets during divorce. Fortunately, it’s possible for divorcing couples to keep each other honest and for wronged spouses to identify hidden assets and notify the court… Read More »
Parenting Coordinators May be Able to Help with Your Custody Issues
Prioritizing their child’s well-being is of the utmost importance for most divorcing parents. This, however, will require the development of a comprehensive divorce agreement and parenting plan. Unfortunately, creating such an agreement is often easier said than done. There are, however, a lot of third party individuals, including parenting coordinators, who can help families… Read More »
It May be Time to Modify Your Alimony Arrangement
Many divorce-related decrees can feel like they are set in stone. While it’s true that court orders are legally binding, they can in some cases be changed. Read on to learn more about modifying an alimony award in Florida. When is a Modification of Alimony Justified? Alimony awards require a divorced party to provide… Read More »
Contempt of Court in Family Law Cases
Contempt of court is a legal term used to describe behaviors that obstruct the functioning of a court or undermine its authority. There are actually two types of contempt in Florida, civil and criminal. This post will deal primarily with civil contempt of court proceedings and how they can affect your family law case…. Read More »
Avoiding Delays During Your Divorce
Rushing the divorce process isn’t usually a good idea, as hasty decisions can result in an unfair property settlement or alimony arrangement. Similarly, drawing out a divorce is also not encouraged, as these proceedings can often be more emotionally (and financially) draining the longer they go on. It is possible, however, to get the… Read More »
Requesting a Restraining Order in Florida
In Florida, orders of protection, which are also known as restraining orders, can help protect victims of domestic violence by prohibiting the recipient from coming within a certain distance of the petitioner. These orders can also contain other terms related to additional prohibitions, child custody arrangements, and even spousal support. Read on to learn… Read More »
Modifying or Terminating a Domestic Violence Injunction in Florida
A domestic violence injunction, or restraining order, provides victims of domestic violence with a form of legal protection against further threats or acts of aggression. This does not mean, however, that such an injunction will remain in place forever. In fact, it is possible to modify or even dissolve restraining orders. Read on to… Read More »
How Status Quo Orders Protect Your Finances During Divorce
When a couple files for divorce in Florida, the court will likely issue what is known as a status quo order. This is a type of administrative order that automatically applies in most divorce cases and contains provisions that require couples to avoid making major changes to their financial situations while a divorce is… Read More »
