Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Can I Get My Support Payments Increased?
Support payments, child support and spousal maintenance payments, are common for Florida families who have gone through a divorce. But there are times when the situation changes from the point in time when the support payments were first awarded. For example, the other parent of your children may have experienced a substantial increase in… Read More »
Questions To Help You Connect With A Divorce Lawyer
Selecting a family lawyer to handle your divorce is a big decision. You may be unsure how to connect with a compassionate lawyer you are comfortable sharing your story with who will also be aggressive when fighting for the future you want. To get started, ask yourself a few questions. What type of communication… Read More »
Parent Relocation And FL Custody
There are many reasons why people consider moving to another state. Some people move to be closer to their extended family, others want to relocate due to employment concerns or because they prefer the climate of another region. But whatever the reason, if you and your spouse are crafting a custody agreement, there will… Read More »
What If I Can’t Afford Child Support Payments?
Life changes over time, and the child support amount awarded at the time a divorced was finalized may not stay the same. For example, if you experience job loss or a salary reduction, you may no longer be able to afford the monthly amount you were told to pay at the time of your… Read More »
Single Parents And Proving Paternity
When a child is born to unmarried parents, there is not a legal father until paternity is established. Often unmarried couples take care of this in the hospital in the day or two after a child is born. Forms will need to be signed. But there are also situations in which the process is… Read More »
Should I Return To My Maiden Name?
Deciding if you want to change your surname back to your maiden name following a Florida divorce is a personal decision. In recent years, many women have opted to keep their married name throughout the marriage while others chose their spouse’s name after they exchanged vows, but those who changed their names may no… Read More »
Importance Of A Support System While Navigating A Divorce
While a divorce can be a new beginning, it is also the end of a union, which can result in a flood of emotions and concerns. It is normal to grieve a marriage you are leaving, and many find a support system to be beneficial when navigating such a huge life change. While support… Read More »
Estate Plan Documents To Review When Divorcing
Whether you are considering ending a marriage or have begun the process of getting divorce, it is essential you think about the estate plans you currently have in place. This is important because you are legally married up until the moment a final divorce decree is signed. This means your assets and life-changing decisions… Read More »
Steps To Take When Choosing A Divorce Lawyer
It can take months or years for you and your spouse to decide to divorce. After making such a big decision that was likely the result of difficult discussions, arguments, and self-realization, it can be hard to know what to do next. If you have never been through the divorce process, how will you… Read More »
Impact Of A Divorce On Your Personal Credit Score
You may hear a friend or family member discuss the impact of a divorce on their credit score. In reality, whether you are single, married, or divorced does not affect your credit report, but there can be indirect impacts of a divorce if joint accounts are not handled correctly during the divorce process. There… Read More »
