Modern Legal Strategies Category - Family Law Page 2

Oct

How is Child Support Calculated in Florida?

Key TakeawaysChild support in Florida is based primarily on the income of both parents and the best interests of the children involved. Other factors can also affect child support, such as the number of children, time-sharing arrangements, and insurance needs. You can reques...

Oct

Checklist for Dividing Assets in a Divorce

A Florida marital asset is anything of value that either spouse acquired during the marriage jointly or separately. A premarital asset you own may initially be a non-marital property, but it can become marital property in some circumstances. Without a knowledgeable divorce...

Oct

Rights of the Custodial vs. Non-Custodial Parent Blog

When parents divorce or separate, understanding the rights of the custodial vs. non-custodial parent is crucial for navigating child custody arrangements. While custodial parents typically have primary physical custody and decision-making authority, non-custodial parents may...

Oct

Florida Child Custody FAQs

Understandably, child custody decisions are often emotionally challenging. They can also generate many questions. This Florida child custody FAQ is designed to answer some of the most common questions we receive in ou...

Oct

Who Pays Child Support With 50/50 Custody?

Every child custody and child support scenario has unique considerations, encompassing everything from the child's needs to the parents’ income. However, the best interest of the child will always be a primary factor guiding the presiding court’s decisions...

Oct

Retroactive Child Support in Florida

Retroactive child support is a way for custodial parents to recover compensation from noncustodial parents when they take on the financial responsibility of supporting their child before a child support order is order...

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

When Does Child Support End in Florida?

Parents paying child support often find themselves wondering, “When does child support end in Florida? ” In Florida, child support typically ends when a child turns 18. There are, however, some exceptions that may extend support obligations if your child is enroll...

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...

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