Custody for unmarried parents in Florida often raises unique challenges. Unlike divorce cases, there is no automatic custody arrangement when parents are not married. Each parent must take legal steps to secure rights and responsibilities, and courts always focus on what is best for the child. Understanding how the process works helps parents prepare for …
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Adoption is one of the most emotional and life-changing steps a family can take. It brings hope, joy, and a new beginning. But it also brings questions that feel heavy and sometimes overwhelming. Having the right adoption attorney can make the process clear and steady. Knowing the first questions to ask can make all the …
Living together without marriage is common in Florida. Many couples share homes, bank accounts, and even raise children without ever saying vows. But when things change, the law does not always protect people the way it does in marriage. That is where a cohabitation agreement comes in. It can mean the difference between a fair …
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Yes, post-nuptial agreements are enforceable in Florida. Just like a prenup, a postnup is a written contract between a married couple. The difference is that a postnup is signed after the wedding. It lays out how assets, debts, and responsibilities will be handled if the marriage ends. Florida law recognizes these agreements as valid, but …
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A prenuptial agreement in Florida doesn’t expire. Once both people sign it and the marriage takes place, the agreement becomes active and stays that way unless it’s legally changed or thrown out by a court. Many assume prenups are only good for a few years, but that’s not how it works in Florida. Unless the …
Parental alienation Florida judges don’t take lightly. But while most people focus on how to prove it, not enough talk about what it does to the child. That silence is dangerous. Because behind every missed phone call, cold stare, or canceled visit is a child who’s being pulled in two. Torn between love and loyalty. …
Relocation and custody modification in Florida often create emotional and legal tension between co-parents. Whether it’s a job opportunity, a new relationship, or a fresh start, moving more than 50 miles away from your child’s current residence isn’t as simple as updating your address—it can completely change your parenting rights. Under Florida law, relocation with …
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Why Cohabitation Agreements Matter in Florida Many couples live together without getting married. Some buy homes, share finances, and even raise children together. But without legal protections, these relationships can fall apart in ways that leave one partner vulnerable. Florida does not recognize common-law marriage. This means that no matter how long a couple lives …
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Dividing net worth in a divorce can feel like unraveling a tangled knot. It’s complicated, emotional, and often overwhelming. In simple terms, net worth is everything you own minus what you owe. This includes bank accounts, homes, cars, retirement accounts, and even debts like credit card balances or loans. Splitting it fairly during a divorce …
Determining the date of valuation for marital assets is a critical factor in contested Florida divorces. Florida operates under an “equitable distribution” model, where marital property is divided in a manner deemed fair, though not necessarily equal. Establishing the proper valuation date is essential to ensure an equitable division of assets, especially given the fluctuations …
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