Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Understanding Prenuptial Agreements In Florida
If you are considering entering into a premarital agreement, it is important that you and your soon-to-be spouse each have knowledgeable legal representation from a reputable Florida family law firm. That way you will each understand the significance of the document you are signing and there will be no surprises going forward. What is… Read More »
How To Get A Custody Order Enforced In Florida
You got through the divorce, but things have been anything but smooth since. In particular, your ex regularly violates the custody order that was agreed to in your divorce. You are likely irritated and hesitant as to how to progress through this annoyance– not to mention concerned about how it is impacting your kids. … Read More »
Some Things That May Surprise You In Divorce
Anyone facing a divorce knows that life is about to change big time. But what new experiences and emotions are ahead for you? Even if this is not your first divorce and even if you have friends and family sharing their experiences with divorce, this will be a new and different, and probably not… Read More »
10 Divorce Tips For Men Whose Wives Want Out
Women initiate divorce in nearly 70 percent of cases. Research indicates they become unhappy when the connections with their spouses cool and they start to believe the relationship is going south. When their spouses don’t give the “right” response within the “right” timeline, women sometimes surprise their husbands with the news that the marriage… Read More »
What Women Need to Know When Getting Divorced
Let’s face it: divorce is tough. It is a strain emotionally, physically, mentally, and financially. But with a little planning and with some realistic expectations, women—particularly those with children—can get through to the other side with minimal stress. Here are some general rules of the road that can help: Be Kind: Don’t beat yourself… Read More »
Divorce Fueled By Loss
Couples split up for myriad reasons: infidelity, growing apart, incompatibility between the sheets—the motivations to go in different directions are endless. In some cases, both partners take responsibility for the divorce, while in others, there’s one clear and undisputed “bad guy.” The hardest divorces, it seems, involve couples who part ways under duress. Unfortunately,… Read More »
Cohabitation Rights In Florida
Many people don’t know this, but up until 2016 it was a misdemeanor for couples to cohabitate in lieu of getting married. That’s when the Florida legislature finally repealed the prohibition, a fall back from the Reconstruction era that carried significant fines and jail time. It’s a good thing, too, because we all know… Read More »
Should You Consider A Post-Nuptial Agreement?
Is your marriage one of the roughly half that will ultimately end up in divorce? You’re hoping not—you truly believe not—but you know the statistics in this country, and want to be a realist. That being said, it makes sense to contemplate ways in which you can make the possibility of divorce down the… Read More »
Alternative Routes To Becoming A Parent: Surrogacy
For some couples, becoming a parent is a dream that seems out of reach. For any myriad of reasons, they are unable to conceive a child, or are unable to carry a child to term. It can be devastating, even prompting a period of mourning. But there are alternatives worth considering if having a… Read More »
Are You Worried About Potential Kidnapping By Your Former Spouse?
A contentious divorce can become truly frightening when you fear for the safety of your children. While relatively uncommon, the possibility of parental kidnapping is a very real danger that some parents live with every day. If you are struggling with the possibility—or the reality—of having a former spouse disappear with your children, you… Read More »
