Category Archives: divorce
Do Not Believe These Three Common Divorce Myths
One of the scariest parts of the divorce process is the unknown, and many people seek advice from family and friends that have been through the process before. If you have been thinking about getting a divorce, you may have already talked to people you know to get some answers. This leads to many… Read More »
Tips for a Peaceful Divorce
Divorce is always a challenging time, but it does not always have to involve a long and bitter battle in the courtroom. Even when a divorce results in disputes between the couple, or even among other family members, it is possible to have a peaceful divorce. When couples can avoid unnecessary conflict and resolve… Read More »
What to Know About Parenting Courses During Divorce in Florida
In Florida, when a couple is getting a divorce and they have children together, they must attend a parenting course before their case can be finalized. The course is a minimum of four hours long and the purpose is to teach parents how to make decisions that are in the best interests of the… Read More »
5 Things to Remember if You are Falsely Accused During Divorce
Florida is a no-fault divorce state, but that does not necessarily mean you will not face certain accusations. Your spouse may accuse you of domestic violence or of having a substance abuse problem in order to secure more favorable terms during the divorce. Divorce is difficult enough, but false accusations only make the entire… Read More »
When is the Right Time to Date After Divorce?
Reentering the dating world after a divorce is scary for some, but others find the idea very exciting. However, while it is important that you move on in your life and find happiness, it is important to consider that dating could also affect your divorce, even if it is already finalized. To ensure that… Read More »
Four Ways to Expedite the Divorce Process
No one wants to go through a divorce that drags on for months, or even years. Making the decision to get a divorce is difficult but once you do, you likely want to move on with your new life as soon as possible. Too many people think that divorce is going to inevitably be… Read More »
Four Benefits of Resolving Your Divorce During Mediation
The family courts in Florida are notoriously backlogged, which is why all divorce cases must go through mediation before they enter litigation. During mediation, both parties will meet with their attorneys and a neutral mediator. The role of the mediator is to facilitate communication and compromise between the couple to resolve the issues of… Read More »
Common Mistakes in Divorce, and How to Avoid Them
Every divorce case will present its own unique set of challenges. Although some of these difficulties are unavoidable, others arise due to mistakes made by the people going through the process. If you are going through a divorce, it is essential that you avoid these errors so you do not hurt your case and… Read More »
The Financial and Emotional Costs of a Divorce
In Florida, the average cost of a divorce is about $15,000. But the average cost of a divorce is like the average cost of a house or a car. There is so much difference between the low end and high end that an “average” figure is almost meaningless. Nevertheless, a divorce almost always costs… Read More »
Classifying and Dividing Property in a Florida Divorce
Like most other jurisdictions, the Sunshine State is an equitable division jurisdiction. A divorce property settlement must divide property in such a way that the divorce is not an unfair financial burden for either spouse. Property division begins with property classification. On its face, Florida’s property classification rule is rather straightforward. Debts or assets… Read More »
