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Devil is in the details

The Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure establish the guidelines and rules for the discovery process in any family law matter. The rules include what may or may not need to be disclosed, what remedies one can seek for discovery violations or protective orders, and some other niche issues which may come about in a […]

At some point in many Family Law cases, the judge will order the parties to mediate before the case can be set for trial.
No, I’m not referring to the Beatles song, but rather a new law going into effect in Florida on January 1, 2025, that will require people to move back twenty-five (25) feet if a first responder verbally warns them to
The Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure establish the guidelines and rules for the discovery process in any family law matter. The rules include what may or may not need to be disclosed, what remedies one can seek for discovery violations or protective orders, and some other niche issues which may come about in a family law case with regard to discovery.
Someone signing a contract

Contracts are a vital legal tool, serving as a foundation which governs agreements made across a wide range of situations. Individuals, businesses, and other entities rely on contracts to define their rights and obligations. A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to meet their obligations, often causing harm and damages to the other […]

A will is a written document controlling the disposition of property after death. Wills are essential if you wish to control who your property goes to and how it is distributed after you pass away. Without a valid Last Will and Testament, your property will be distributed according to Florida’s intestate succession laws, which might not align with your individual wishes.
If you are considering, or already involved in, a Florida Dissolution of Marriage with minor children or Paternity action, you might wonder whether the courts favor mothers when it comes to parental responsibility for, and timesharing with, the minor children.
Florida Statutes create the guidelines for establishing the child support obligations from one parent to the other, but what happens if the obligated parent remarries? Is the new spouse responsible for child support? Will the new spouse’s income be considered in modifying the child support amount?
Having a proper power of attorney in place is crucial in the event you cannot manage your own financial or legal decisions due to illness, age, absence, or unforeseen circumstances.
From time to time the issue of what is referred to as a constructive trust in a dissolution of marriage case will surface. A constructive trust is basically an equitable remedy that can be used to help restore property to its rightful owner and to prevent what is referred to as unjust enrichment.