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Are Assets Split 50/50 in Divorce in Florida?
Are assets split 50/50 in divorce in Florida? Property Division in Divorce: Florida Divorce Law When a married couple files for divorce in Florida, the division of marital assets and liabilities is known as “equitable distribution.” See Florida Statute 61.075. Unless there are factors that would make an equal split inequitable, the court will usually […]
Alimony in Florida
Alimony in Florida Alimony is when one spouse pays the other for varying lengths of time during or after a divorce. Alimony is granted on a case-by-case basis in Florida, with the higher-earning spouse typically paying the lower-earning spouse. While Florida currently has six types of Alimony, many bills have been introduced in recent years, […]
Do I Require the Services of a Child Custody Attorney?
Do I Require the Services of a Child Custody Attorney? In Florida child custody cases, an attorney is not essential, but it can be very beneficial. A family law attorney can assist you in navigating the court system and advocating for you. If litigation is necessary, the judge will decide the matter in the best […]
Wonderful Wednesday – Learn To Enjoy
Learn to enjoy every minute of your life. Be happy now!
What Does “Best Interests of the Child” Mean in Court?
What Does “Best Interests of the Child” Mean in Court? Child custody and kid support decisions are made by family law courts based on what is considered the child’s best interests. This refers to what he or she considers to be the “best” or most perfect scenario. These standards will vary by state, but in […]
Joseph, Fatherhood Involvement – Dadication Episode 2
Joseph, Fatherhood Involvement – Dadication Episode 2 The Ad Council’s focus on fathers who are working to make a difference in their children’s lives, regardless of their marital status, visitation rights, or child support obligations, is something we at Brandon Legal Group admire. Men and women may both be great parents, and the stereotype “Men […]
What Factors Do Courts Consider When Deciding Who Gets Custody?
What Factors Do Courts Consider When Deciding Who Gets Custody? When it comes to children, the purpose of family law courts is to do what is best for each child. The court will consider each parent’s home setting, the distance between their houses, each parent’s ability to care for their children, whether the parents can […]
Durell, Fatherhood Involvement – Dadication Episode 1
Durell, Fatherhood Involvement – Dadication Episode 1 We at Brandon Legal Group applaud the Ad Council for putting a focus on Fathers that are working to make a difference in their children’s lives, regardless of marital status, regardless of visitation, regardless of child support. Both men and women can be great parents, and for too […]
Is it Necessary for an Unmarried Mother to File for Custody?
Is it Necessary for an Unmarried Mother to File for Custody? Until paternity is confirmed, an unmarried father in Florida has no legal rights to custody or time-sharing. The mother has sole legal and physical custody of the kid or children until paternity is formally confirmed through the courts. Mothers who are not married are […]
Myth #10 – Divorce is Always Expensive
Myth #10 – Divorce is Always Expensive THIS IS NOT TRUE! The level of reasonableness of both spouses has a dramatic impact on how expensive divorce can be. For instance, sending 5 page diatribes worth of email back and forth with accusations and anger, and copying your attorney…is not effective other than having the opportunity to vent, […]