Timothy S. Keough
Dedicated Advocates For Your
Family's Legal Needs
Military divorce in Florida follows some rules that do not apply to civilian cases. Federal laws, military benefits, and service duties can affect how long the case takes and how courts handle money and parenting issues. If you or your spouse serves in the military,...
Marriage brings excitement along with legal and financial changes. A prenuptial agreement allows you and your future spouse to define financial expectations before marriage. In Florida, these agreements follow specific statutory rules that influence whether a court...
When one parent wants to move to a new city in Florida, the change can shift how your time-sharing plan works. A move may affect your child's school, routines, and access to each parent. Florida courts look closely at these changes before allowing relocation....
Divorce can already feel stressful, but it becomes more complicated when one spouse refuses to cooperate. You might wonder what happens if your spouse won’t sign the papers. In Florida, a spouse can delay the process, but they can’t stop a divorce from happening....
When you marry someone who already has children, you may want to make your bond official through adoption. Stepparent adoption allows you to become the child’s legal parent, with all the rights and responsibilities that come with it. In Florida, the process can be...
When parents separate, finding the best way to raise children together can be tough. Two common approaches are co-parenting and parallel parenting. While both focus on your child’s well-being, they differ in how parents interact and make decisions. Understanding...
Custody disputes can bring out strong emotions and confusion. When parents disagree about what is best for their child, the court may appoint a guardian ad litem to represent the child’s interests. But not every case needs one. Knowing when to request a guardian ad...
Divorce can feel overwhelming, but understanding the process helps you stay in control. Florida has specific steps that guide how a divorce moves forward, and knowing them makes things clearer. Whether your case is simple or complex, the process follows the same...
When a marriage ends, a big concern for many couples is how they will divide their finances. This can be especially true if one spouse stayed home to manage the household and raise children. Florida law recognizes the contributions of a homemaker spouse and provides...
In Florida, the court typically assumes that both parents should share equal time with their children after a divorce or separation. This 50/50 custody presumption aims to give both parents an active role in their child's life, but it can have different effects on...