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When facing a divorce, many people are unaware of the out-of-court options available to them. The options for settling your divorce out-of-court are an uncontested divorce, Mediation or Collaborative Divorce. It is important to know that these divorce alternatives will save you time, money, and emotional stress. Let’s explore the...

To understand the complexities of child custody, and what courts look at when considering custody, it is important first to know what child custody actually is. While we often use “custody” to mean everything, in reality, it has a specific meaning. What is Custody? Custody over a child generally means...

During the turmoil of separating and divorcing your spouse, emotions can run high, often clouding judgment and leading to reactionary decisions. These emotional reactions can come at a significant financial cost, particularly in a litigated divorce. When you allow your emotions to takeover, you may find yourself embroiled in costly...

One of the first things that people say when they are going into a divorce is, “I'm going to lose everything,” or, “They will get half of everything I own.” While the division of property is an essential part of a divorce, in Florida, it is not that simple—in fact,...

When couples get divorced, one of the things that they often do is start putting blame on each other. While pointing the finger and ascribing fault to people in a divorce can have some applicability in certain areas of a divorce, it has really no applicability in one area of...

Your divorce can become very public very quickly unless you decide that maintaining your privacy is a top priority. In Florida, public records often exposed in personal matters, so finding ways to keep a divorce confidential can be a complex task. However, there is hope for protecting your privacy when...

Gray divorce can have some unexpected and unique challenges especially when there are adult children. While society often focuses on the impact of divorce on minor children, the influence of adult children in the divorce process is a topic that deserves attention. The influence of adult children in a couple’s...

Getting a divorce can, at first, seem scary. There are a lot of unknowns, and yes, your life will change to some extent. But often, it is not the divorce or the prospect of being divorced that is so scary—it is the fear of the unknown. Having some peace of...

January marks the observance of Child-Centered Divorce Awareness Month. This prompts the opportunity for reflection. It's crucial to focus on children's well-being during divorce challenges. Let’s examine the importance of adopting a child-centered approach to divorce. A child-centered divorce requires conscious consideration of every decision made during the divorce process....

Breaking the news about your divorce to your children is one of the most difficult conversations you will ever have with your children. How you and your spouse handle this conversation matters. It is the first step in your divorce process in keeping your children's well-being at the forefront of...