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Legal Divorce Alternatives
Your marriage isn’t working, but you are averse to the notion of divorce for any of myriad reasons—you are facing religious prohibitions—you don’t have the money right now—you don’t want to deal with the family reaction—so what options do you have? Legally speaking, there are a few alternatives worth considering. A Separation Agreement: Maybe… Read More »
When Breastfeeding Complicates Visitation & Custody
Developing a time-sharing plan is one of the biggest challenges divorcing couples must navigate. Children are so priceless to us that surrendering any time or experiences with them can be cause for despair. Nonetheless, it is generally agreed that children do better when both parents are actively engaged in their lives, and that makes… Read More »
Florida Gray Divorce
Friends and family may be surprised at the announcement, but, after decades of marriage, you and your spouse are calling it quits. While it may shock those in your circle, the fact is that twice as many people over the age of 50 are divorcing today than did in the 90’s. The option for… Read More »
When The Divorce Is Over With: Have A Divorce Shower!
So you finally signed off on the last of the documents related to your divorce, and you’re officially single again. It feels great, except for a few creature discomforts—like when you’d really love to have a piece of toast with your scrambled eggs, but realize you no longer have a toaster. Or when you… Read More »
Modification Of Florida Spousal Support
Since your divorce, things have changed. Maybe you or your former spouse has experienced a major influx of money; perhaps one of you has become seriously ill. All kinds of things could have occurred altering the financial status of one or both of you, meaning it’s probably reasonable that the alimony—sometimes referred to as… Read More »
Women And No-Fault Divorce
International Women’s Day was celebrated last week, a day that acknowledges the inequities faced by women across the globe, and the battle to combat them. One area you may not have considered in terms of women’s powerlessness in American history involves those who were trapped in hopeless—even perilous marriages, with no way out. Not… Read More »
Is It Time To Give Up On Your Marriage?
Marriage is not always easy. Ask anyone who’s been married for a year or more, and they can testify to the fact that sometimes it’s doggone brutal! Marriage has ups and downs, for sure, but the downs can be excruciating. Even so, many couples endure these slumps, knowing that it’s just a momentary bump… Read More »
Are Your Kids Unsafe With Your Ex?
You’ve survived a tough divorce, but the hard times are not behind you. That’s because the court order specifies that you share your children with their other parent—someone you deeply believe is unfit for the demands of the job. Every time your kids head over there, you worry until you’re completely frayed. What can… Read More »
Don’t Make These Money Mistakes During And After Divorce
The financial costs of divorce can be significant. While the median amount needed in the country is around $7,000 to cover attorney and court costs, it doesn’t take much for that number to balloon to something much less pleasant—with complex, contested divorces reaching the tens of thousands of dollars. What’s more, all too often… Read More »
Virtual Visitation In Florida Divorce
If you are the noncustodial parent in a Florida divorce, you may be concerned about maintaining contact with your children. Parenting plans lay out specifics regarding visitation, and, in some cases, virtual visitation can minimize some of the challenges busy or long-distance families have. With nearly 35 million kids in this country living with… Read More »
