It's possible to meet someone you are interested in during your divorce. But should you date them? Divorce and dating can be complicated. According to Florida laws, couples can divorce by stating the marriage is irretrievably broken (no-fault divorce). However, this...
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TRICARE coverage after divorce from a military spouse
Health insurance may not be near the top of your list of concerns as you prepare to divorce. If you’re married to an active or retired service member, you’re used to getting your insurance through TRICARE. So what happens to that coverage when your divorce is final?...
How can I prepare my child for the divorce?
For all of your child’s life, they have known their parents to live together under one roof. All that is about to change once you finalize your divorce. Your child will, eventually, learn about your divorce. You may wonder if you should talk about your divorce to your...
2 smart parenting plan inclusions for divorcing military parents
Parenting plans help to lay the groundwork for how co-parents can successfully interact with one another and provide for the needs of their children once their romantic relationship has come to an end. Crafting a parenting plan helps to clarify each parent’s rights,...
Can I leave the marital home before finalizing the divorce?
Not many things are as unsettling as living with someone you can no longer get along with. The situation becomes even more uncomfortable when the individual in question is someone you once loved. An obvious inclination would be to go your separate ways. But should you...
Divorce doesn’t have to be adversarial
People have different beliefs about divorce, with the common one being it has conflicts. However, divorce is unique, and it doesn’t necessarily have to involve battles. You and your ex-spouse can choose to go through an uncontested process. Here is what constitutes a...
2 financial rules to live by when divorcing in Florida
Nearly all couples underestimate the economic effects of getting divorced. As such, many emerge from the proceedings with few financial resources to sustain their new lives. Even the wealthy can suffer unexpected money woes during and after a divorce. You may...
What to do when your spouse informs you of a divorce
Your spouse may inform you that they want a divorce. You may have seen this coming if your marriage was affected by irreconcilable issues, or it may be unexpected. Either way, you need to be careful with your response. This guide highlights what to do when your spouse...
Family law matters and social media don’t mix
If you are navigating a divorce, a non-marital child custody case or any other “family law” matter, it is important to understand that what you say and do outside of negotiation sessions and/or court can ultimately influence the outcome of your situation. Certainly,...
What is pretrial diversion for minors who are facing alcohol charges?
Florida arguably experiences more than its fair share of alcohol offenses involving minors. For decades, the state has been a summer and spring break destination where young adults congregate to cut loose. Some of those celebrations inevitably result in law...