The decision to divorce is probably one of the most significant you or your spouse will ever make. Before they make that decision, many couples decide to live apart for a time to get some space and perspective. This is known as a trial separation. A trial separation...

January has long been hailed the month for divorces, with a record amount of divorces being filed across the country in comparison with other months. There are several reasons why this is the case, but one of the biggest is cited as the delay in divorce filings due to...

As you start to go through the motions of your divorce, one thing you’ll have to come up with is a child custody plan. Many people worry that their children’s wishes may overshadow what they think is the right thing to do, but you shouldn’t worry. As a parent, your...

You and your spouse have been on the verge of divorce for some time now. You finally sat down and admitted that both of you would be happier if you ended the marriage. The conversation went far better than you ever dreamed it would, and you’re very happy about that. ...

Most divorces in Florida and other states are uncontested. By not contesting the divorce, both parties can save time as well as money. However, there are occasions in which it may be smarter to contest a divorce. The alternative may leave you with a settlement that...

This year it’s your sister’s turn to host Thanksgiving for the family, and she lives in Florida. If you have children under 21, it is essential to know that the state’s alcohol laws may be stricter than your home state. One sure way to ruin Thanksgiving dinner would...

Everyone takes a leap of faith when they get married. Tying the knot is one of the biggest commitments that you will ever make, therefore, you should not take the decision lightly. While during the early stages of the relationship, you may have felt that you were...

Hiding assets in divorce may be illegal, but it still happens. You want to be aware of how people do it so that you can see any potential warning signs and work to uncover those assets.  Fortunately, many tactics to hide assets are not complicated at all, making them...

  Your spouse wants a divorce -- but you don’t. Is there really anything you can do to stop it? Honestly, no. Florida allows anyone in a marriage that is “irretrievably broken” to get a divorce if they want it. This “no-fault” option means that your spouse...

Regardless of whether a couple gets married before they have children or not, both parents have financial and practical responsibilities to the children that they created together. Parents should provide all of life's necessities, as well as support and guidance. When...