Category Archives: Family
Florida Custody Disputes and Behaviors to Avoid
An aspect of a divorce when there are children involved is navigating custody. Some parents are able to work together and build a parenting plan, but others find themselves involved in arguments over who will be the custodial parent. Like most other states in the US, Florida court’s primary consideration when it comes to… Read More »
When Divorce Is Expensive and How to Keep Costs Down
There are emotional challenges, legal complexities, and, inevitably, financial considerations when a couple is going through the Florida divorce process. It is common to have concerns about the cost of divorce, and it is important to realize that not all situations lead to the same expenses and fees. If you would like to connect… Read More »
Stepparent Rights and Navigating the Path to Legal Recognition
Stepparents often share that their role is both rewarding and challenging. This is due, in part, to stepparents forming strong emotional bonds with their stepchildren and contributing significantly to their upbringing and well-being but not having the same rights as biological parents should a marriage come to an end. A Port St. Lucie family… Read More »
Prompting Factors for Child Support Modifications
Child support payments are a key part of many Florida household budgets, and in some situations the child support amount set when a divorce is finalized is the appropriate amount for years, but in other situations the amount needs to be adjusted as the parents income changes and evolves as careers progress with the… Read More »
Scheduling Breaks and Holiday Plans While Co-Parenting
Significant changes in personal schedules follow divorces, particularly when it comes to raising kids. For example, scheduling parenting time during summer breaks and holidays is something that will need to be reviewed. Scheduling is one of the many reasons that establishing a comprehensive parenting plan is crucial for divorcing couples who are seeking a… Read More »
Should I Separate or Divorce?
There is no “legal separation” in Florida nor is it required in a divorce proceeding. Deciding to split from your spouse is a deeply personal decision, and it is common for individuals facing the turmoil of ending a relationship to contemplate whether separation or divorce is the right path for them to take. If… Read More »
Divorce Timing and Conflict Levels
Because divorce is a time full of lifestyle changes, the process often leads to heightened emotions and conflicts, but there are things people can do to keep conflict levels low. For instance, one crucial aspect that often is ignored is the timing of the divorce. Timing can play a pivotal role in determining the… Read More »
Child Support Changes due to One or Both Parents Remarrying
When a couple divorces financial decisions are made, but it is a fact of life that things change over time. For example, if there are children involved and one of the parents is awarded child support, a critical financial obligation that ensures the well-being of the children, the support amount may need to be… Read More »
Special Considerations for Stay-at-Home Parents When Divorcing
If you are a stay-at-home parent who is considering divorce, you likely have questions about financial support and how possibly reentering the workforce, should you choose to do so, would impact a divorce agreement. To talk through your unique circumstances, connect with a Port St. Lucie family law attorney. While friends and family often… Read More »
Parallel Parenting and Building a Healthy Co-Parent Relationship
Many Florida parents navigating the divorce process are not only ending their marital relationship but are beginning a co-parenting relationship. In situations where communication and cooperation between parents is difficult for one reason or another, parallel parenting can be an effective approach. Parallel parenting is a co-parenting method that allows parents to disengage from… Read More »
