Category Archives: Family Law
Narcissistic Abuse in a Marriage
Do you find yourself wondering if you’re losing your mind sometimes? You’ve perceived events in one way, but your spouse tells you you’re way off. You may not have considered this possibility that you are married to a narcissist who is handling you in your daily life. It’s Intentional The thing about narcissistic abuse… Read More »
A Living Child Custody Plan
Any parent who has gone through a divorce knows just how difficult it can be to carve up parenting responsibilities and time sharing in a workable Parenting Plan. Nonetheless, it is an essential task, and one that looks different for every family. In Florida the courts aim for a 50:50 time split, although that… Read More »
Relations with Stepchildren Following Divorce
Everyone knows that divorce can be a convoluted road to travel. Consider a divorce that threatens to take cherished stepchildren out of one’s life! Because stepfamilies deal with the same challenges facing other families, the possibility of divorce is just as much a reality for them as for any other family. Navigating the fallout… Read More »
What Happens to Frozen Embryos in a Divorce?
A recent case in New York reveals the emotional and legal challenges couples face when dealing with a divorcing couple battling over stored embryos. 47-year-old woman viewed those embryos as her last chance to become a mother. Her spouse believed his religion dictated that they should be donated or destroyed. The resulting turmoil led… Read More »
Florida Post-Nuptial Agreements
After tying the knot, the excitement of marriage in the Sunshine state begins. Regardless of your circumstances–young newlyweds managing busy schedules, retirees looking forward to their twilight years together, or anything in between–sometimes couples discover that along with the partnership and happiness of their marriage, they encounter questions related to finances that need to… Read More »
Is Your Marriage Over at the 8-Year Mark?
We’ve all heard of the seven-year-itch, but is it just an old wives’ tale or is it something you need to be concerned about? The truth is—as per the census bureau—first marriages last an average of just 8.2 years. That means some good years, followed by discontent, and by the time the divorce is… Read More »
Are You Regretting that You Signed a Prenup?
You were certain it would be a forever love when you tied the knot. Signing a prenup at your partner’s request seemed like no biggie because you’d never get divorced from your soul mate anyway. The prenup was merely an insignificant piece of paper, worthy of being forgotten. You quickly signed it and put… Read More »
Enforcing Custody/Visitation Orders
The greatest challenges for many people in divorce involve custody and visitation issues. While courts are expected to rule in the best interest of the child(ren), a ruling can sometimes make one parent very unhappy. Even so, visitation orders are legal obligations, and if your former spouse is not living up to the requirements… Read More »
Avoid Making These Divorce Mistakes
Going through a divorce can be pretty frustrating. All too often, people complicate matters with missteps that cost them dearly. To get through a divorce with as little misery as possible and to get a settlement that you’re satisfied with, avoid making key mistakes that tend to exacerbate problems. Dragging your children through the… Read More »
Divorce: It Needn’t be Ugly
You probably know that when there is a lot of anger or resentment in a divorce, things can get pretty ugly. But do they have to? The truth is, you can do a lot to determine the tone of your divorce, and can actually choose compassion rather than bitterness. Recently labeled conscious uncoupling, it… Read More »
