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Divorce Strategies – Pay Court-Ordered Attorney Fees.
Court-ordered attorney fees are not like other debt obligations – they have much higher consequences if not paid. What could happen, if you don’t pay your court-ordered attorney fees? The court can order one spouse to contribute to the other spouse’s attorney fees. This type of debt was treated in a special manner. When it […]
Paper Trail – Divorce Strategies
While a paper trail is vital in any sort of legal dealing or business arrangement it becomes especially critical when the court is determining the division of property. Keep in mind that, while many assets in a marriage are considered jointly owned – things like a house, vehicles, and joint bank accounts – not all […]
Arranging Joint Parenting – Divorce Strategies
When it comes to matters like claiming to be head of household there’s not a whole lot of gray area involved and it isn’t something that is assigned by the courts. It’s pretty much cut-and-dried – you’re either head of household or your not. Claiming a child as a dependent for tax purposes? That’s a […]
Free Legal Advice – Divorce Strategies
“Free legal advice is worth what you paid for it” is a long-standing, semi-humorous, and usually true statement. However, this does not necessarily hold true in legal matters. Most attorneys will offer free consultations to help you determine if their particular area of expertise is what you need. Stop and consider: Would you hire an architect, financial planner or some other professional without meeting with them first? The same applies to the selection of an attorney and, as with other professionals, meet with a small number of attorneys so you can compare their various qualities before making a selection. Take advantage of the free advice you are offered by divorce attorneys. Use that initial meeting to decide if that attorney is a fit with you and your personality. This attorney is going to take you through some of the […]
Beneficiary Designations & Divorce Strategy
Divorce attorneys note that many clients fail to remove former spouses from their beneficiary designations. If you fail to remove these designations, those amounts may end up being paid out to a former spouse. Usually, that’s not the result you want! For best results, handle beneficiary designations and other tedious paperwork as soon as possible. […]
What is Probable Cause – BLG Criminal Attorney Answers
Under the US Constitution, 4th Amendment, a person cannot be subject to arrest without “Probable Cause” “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and […]
Divorcing, or recently Divorced Survival Guide for Valentines Day
A large portion of our practice is dedicated to family law and divorce . Valentine's Day tends to be one of the more difficult occasions for those exiting a relationship. We found the article below and thought it presents a good plan for what might be a tough day for...
Understand Marital Debt Obligations – Divorce
Too many clients assume partners’ debts are joint when they’re not. Joint debt is divided up between the parties to the divorce. But if it is not joint, or marital debt, In Florida, courts begin a division of debt with the presumption that marital assets and debts should be split 50/50, but the judge can […]
Personal Injury VS Workers Compensation
You’ve been injured at work, is it Workers Compensation, or a Personal Injury Suit? Almost always, a work-related injury falls under Workers Compensation, not under Personal Injury. Workers Compensation Nearly every employer, including out of state companies are required to have Workers Compensation Insurance. There are a few exceptions, which we will look at in […]
Divorce Attorneys – The Most Expensive Not Always the Best
Pick your divorce lawyer wisely, as it could save your bottom line. Find a divorce attorney that is experienced and knowledgeable, but is also a good fit for you. You have the power to set the tone for your divorce. Are you looking to part ways amicably, or to reign down chaos? The attorney should […]