A new law could affect the way child custody cases are handled. Although the idea was made a law in another state, House Bill 492 could change the way other states, including Florida, handle custody and divorce. This law does away with primary custody and creates a new way to parent known as shared custody.
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The number one tip for property division success
When it comes to dividing marital wealth, the old adage certainly applies. It is impossible to be over prepared, and an ounce of prevention truly is worth a pound of cure. Property division requires a careful and thorough approach, especially in light of the fact that the outcome will have a lasting impact on the financial security of both Florida spouses for many years to come.
3 questions you should never ask kids in a divorce
If you are facing divorce and wondering how to broach the topic with kids, you may find solace in the fact that many have been in your shoes. According to Scientific American, 1.5 million kids every year have parents who divorce.
Parental responsibility in child custody: Doing what’s best
Part of being a parent is making uncomfortable decisions in the best interests of a child. This is an important parental responsibility. Parents who are considering divorce will have to navigate child custody and related issues.
Power of attorney for specials needs children
One of the biggest worries that parents of special needs children have is, "Who will take care of them if something happens to me?" No one wants to leave their children to the care of the state of Florida. With budget cuts and constantly changing laws, there would simply be no way to ensure that the child would receive the care that the parent would give.
Justices to hear arguments in military benefits divorce case
The U.S. Supreme Court is due to hear oral arguments in a case in which a divorced couple are in a dispute over the husband's retirement pay. The two divorced in 1991, but the issue over the man's military benefits just became relevant after his retirement.
Should I challenge my parent’s will?
Losing a parent is a devastating experience for children at any age. Besides the sadness and grief that comes with this type of loss, you can also find it very difficult to know what to do without the guidance of that parent.
Don’t Be In The Dark: Family Law, The Military & The SCRA
As part of their service, military members are required to receive notice of the SCRA and its protections. Many service members do not understand the specific SCRA protections or that it covers certain elements of family law proceedings.
3 issues that can put stress on your parenting plan
If you are a parent getting divorced, there may no more difficult task you can imagine than getting a parenting plan in place. Between the fighting between parents and the requirements dictated by Florida parenting plan laws, it can be an incredible challenge to get a plan in place with which both parents are satisfied.
Florida military divorce: division of retirement benefits
Military divorce is, in many ways, similar to civilian divorce. There are important issues to be resolved surrounding child custody, alimony/spousal support and property division just as in any other divorce.