Recent Blog Posts
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 »
Divorce Delay Tactics
A time of transition, divorce can bring about many feelings, and some individuals experience doubts and fears. There are times when one person wants the divorce to be finalized as soon as possible but the other person is not sure they want the marriage to end, so they make choices that delay the process…. Read More »
How Do I Know When It’s Time To Talk To A Divorce Attorney?
Often individuals who divorce have known the marriage was ending for a long period of time. Because of this, it is not always clear to one or both individuals when it is time to reach out and discuss their situation with a divorce attorney. Some choose to talk to a lawyer when a spouse… Read More »
If I Divorce, What Happens To My Health Insurance?
Divorces bring a lot of issues to the surface. One of these is how your health insurance coverage will be affected. Once you understand how and when your health insurance could shift, you can explore what options you have to choose from. Then, you will be prepared for your future healthcare needs. In many… Read More »
