Modern Legal Strategies Category - Divorce Page 2

Oct

How Are Stocks and Investments Divided in a Divorce?

Judges divide property in a Florida divorce based on an equitable distribution model. Their determination of what is fair and equitable does not necessarily mean splitting things 50-50. Understanding how judges divide stocks and investments in a divorce can be confusing bu...

Oct

What Happens if You Don’t Sign Divorce Papers in Florida?

Spouses getting divorced often don't agree on much. Sometimes, they may not even agree that getting a divorce is the best course of action. When you’re served divorce papers for a divorce you don’t want, it might be tempting to ignore the petition and hop...

Oct

Is Florida a 50/50 State?

Key TakeawaysFlorida is an equitable distribution state that doesn't require 50/50 marital property division upon divorce. Marital assets are subject to equitable distribution, but separate property is not. Out-of-court settlement agreements can giv...

Oct

How to Protect Your Business in a Florida Divorce

Key TakeawaysIn Florida, a business acquired during marriage is generally considered marital property subject to equitable distribution in divorce proceedings. A business owner divorce requires analyzing numerous factors, including revenue, assets, liabilities, market condit...

Oct

How Long Do You Have to Be Separated Before Divorce in Florida?

Divorce is an incredibly emotional process, but it is also a legal one. Like all states, couples going through a divorce must meet several different legal requirements in Florida. This often only adds confusion to wha...

Oct

Grandparents’ Rights in Florida

Under Florida law, parents’ rights take priority when determining visitation and custody. However, depending on the child’s best interests, grandparents may have options. If you have questions about grandparents’ righ...

Oct

Inheritance and Divorce in Florida

An inheritance can make a divorce even more complicated, whether it happened before or during the marriage. Luckily, you can take steps to protect these assets. Inheritance and divorce law in Florida is complex. To gi...

Oct

Preparing for a Divorce Deposition

Knowing how to prepare for a divorce deposition is critical to maintaining your composure during questioning by your spouse’s attorney and making sure you are not taken advantage of. Our divorce attorneys at the O’Mar...

Oct

How Does Adultery Affect Divorce in Florida?

Sexual relations with someone other than your spouse, sometimes referred to as adultery, can have serious repercussions for your marriage, including divorce. Because Florida is a no-fault divorce state, the presiding judge will allow a divorce t...

Oct

How Long Does a Divorce Take in Florida?

When a marriage ends, wanting to move on quickly to the next phase of life is understandable. That said, filing for divorce in Florida normally involves more than signing a form and waiting for a rubber stamp approval. The divorce attorneys at the O'Mara Law Group ca...

Oct

Is Mediation Mandatory in Florida Divorces?

Divorce is an emotionally charged process. The parties must carefully navigate Florida’s legal procedures and negotiations to protect their interests while keeping their feelings in check. In recent years, mediation h...

Oct

Legal Separation in Florida

Sometimes divorce isn’t always the best option for couples with marital problems. Many couples turn to legal separation as an alternative. A separation lets couples continue receiving the benefits of marriage while li...

Prev 1 2 3 Next