By Scott Weiss, Esq. | Published May 17, 2023 | Posted in Child Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Parenting Plans, Time Sharing | Comments Off on Ten Tips for Divorcing Parents
Divorce can be a difficult process for any family, but it can be especially challenging for parents who are separating. If you are in the process of getting a divorce or are already divorced, here are ten tips to help make the process easier for you and your children. Put your children first. Remember that Read More
Read MoreDivorce cases can be complicated, and one of the most challenging aspects is dividing up the assets and debts between spouses. This process is known as the “equitable distribution” of property and is a critical component of any divorce case. In Florida, the process of dividing assets and debts is governed by Fla. Stat. 61.075. Read More
Read MoreFlorida Statute 61.13 sets forth the following factors which a judge must consider for purposes of establishing or modifying parental responsibility and creating, developing, approving, or modifying a parenting plan, including a time-sharing schedule: (a) The demonstrated capacity and disposition of each parent to facilitate and encourage a close and continuing parent-child relationship, to honor the Read More
Read MoreDuring a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, family becomes more important than ever, especially for children whose schedules have been disrupted by long-term school closures and the cancellation of other activities. Parents who are divorced or live apart for other reasons know the importance of maintaining healthy communication through difficult situations. Though this situation Read More
Read MoreDivorce can be an emotionally charged process. Even the most harmless or inconsequential of circumstances can spiral out of control on a moment’s notice. These 10 tips can help you maintain your peace of mind and avoid escalating conflict with your spouse during the divorce process. 1. Walk away before emotions flare. 2. Remember that Read More
Read MoreChildren need more than just financial support, even when their parents never formed a permanent relationship. Having a medical history of both parents can potentially save the life of a child in an emergency. Many biological fathers have a strong interest in the lives of their children, even if they cannot contribute financially. Florida paternity Read More
Read MoreIn order to file for a simplified divorce in Florida both parties must meet the following requirements: There can be no minor or dependent children born from the marriage nor can the wife be pregnant (all child born of the marriage must be at least 18 years old). If there is property, division of property Read More
Read MoreThe following assignments shall be effective January 22, 2019: Judge Garrison, Division RL, Courtroom 6K Judge J Keyser, Division AB, Courtroom 11D Judge Shepherd, TD, Courtroom 9G New Circuit Judges Judge Cheesman, Division FA/IB, Courtroom 6D Judge Kerner, Division AJ, Courtroom 6A Judge Willis, Division FD/ID, Courtroom 6C New County Judges Judge Alijewicz, Division P, Read More
Read MoreOn June 28th, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that a biological father has standing to rebut the common law presumption that the mother’s husband is the legal father of a child born to an intact marriage. The Court ruled that the biological father must show that he has “manifested a substantial and continuing concern” for Read More
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