Florida Family Law Blog
Florida property division: Preparation is key for divorce proceedings
When a Florida spouse files for divorce, it activates a series of events. Part of the process includes having to resolve property division issues, as well as child custody, parenting time, child support, alimony and/or other pertinent topics. The court must ultimately...
Mugrabi divorce headed toward settlement
David Mugrabi comes from a family that made its fortune collecting art. He married former culinary student Libbie Scher, but their marriage has ultimately come to an end in divorce. When a married couple in Florida or elsewhere has a high asset value, property...
Jennifer Gray’s husband has filed for divorce
Making it past the 10-year mark in a marriage is not necessarily a guarantee that the relationship will stay intact for years to come. More and more people, including some in Florida, are filing for divorce after 15 or more years of marriage. In fact, Hollywood star...
Divorce without confrontation: It’s possible
Can two Florida parents end a marriage in court without getting locked into a contentious legal battle? The answer is, “Yes,” but it depends on several factors, such as how willing both parties are to try to avoid conflict. For those who wish to make this a common...
Agree to these child custody rules for less stress
When a Florida married couple decides to go their separate ways, they have to work out an agreement for co-parenting. Child custody can be a complex issue, especially if the two spouses in question do not agree on what is best for their children. Things can get messy...
Helpful tips for Florida child custody proceedings
When a Florida parent files for divorce, a decision-making process is activated, especially regarding his or her children. Child custody proceedings can be complex and highly stressful. If the co-parent in question is not cooperative or is somehow trying to gain the...
Pizza was a key term in this divorce settlement
When Florida parents face difficult decisions in their family life, it often helps to try to see things from a fresh perspective. In divorce, for instance, moving on in life and adapting to a new lifestyle with children can be emotionally upsetting for all involved....
Divorce: Jaime King files restraining order
In 2007, actress and model Jaime King met director Kyle Newman on the set of Fanboys. She later said she had felt an instant attraction to him. They were married for nearly 13 years and have two children together. King recently filed a petition for divorce. She also...
Florida divorce requirements you should know about
By the time 2020 comes to a close, many Florida residents will file for divorce. Such decisions have significant emotional, financial and legal implications. Those who fare best typically arrange to have strong support networks in place. In this state, a spouse filing...
Divorce mediation: You don’t have to go to court
Not every divorce in Florida has to be litigated. Many people simply want to settle their differences in an amicable fashion so they can achieve a fair settlement, leave the past behind and move forward without getting dragged into a court battle. Divorce mediation is...