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I Have Been In A Relationship With My Partner For Years And We Have Represented Ourselves As Married. Are We In A Common Law Marriage In Florida?

  • Jul 8, 2014

A “common law marriage” is a situation in which couples have lived together for a number of years and have presented themselves as married. Typically this includes filing joint tax...

Is My Spouse Entitled To Half Of My Business In Florida If We Divorce?

  • Jul 4, 2014

Many small business owners who want to divorce panic at the thought of their spouse walking away with half of the business they built. Before panicking, you should speak with...

My Spouse And I Are Fighting A Lot And I Think A Divorce Is Inevitable. Does It Matter In Florida Who Files For Divorce First?

  • Jun 30, 2014

When a couple decides to divorce, in some cases it can be a race to the courthouse. Many people believe that the spouse who files first has an advantage in...

If My Boyfriend Moves In After My Divorce, Will That Affect My Custody Arrangements In Florida?

  • May 29, 2014

If you are considering moving in with someone after a divorce, and you have minor children, you should think seriously about the relationship before you decide to take the leap....

My Wife And I Are In The Process Of A Divorce. I Believe That One Of Our Children Is Not Mine. What Are My Legal Options In Florida?

  • May 26, 2014

It’s not uncommon for the issue of paternity to come up when a couple decides to divorce. If a father has questions about whether or not a child is his,...

I Am A Woman In The Military And Am Getting A Divorce In Florida. I Want To Keep Custody Of My Children. What Are My Options?

  • May 20, 2014

Unfortunately, women serving in the military often find it tough to obtain custody of their children. If they do not have custody of their children, they may have problems enforcing...

What Type Of Insurance Changes Do I Need To Make After A Divorce In Florida?

  • May 14, 2014

Any major life change can also have a huge impact on your financial life, including your insurance policies. After a divorce, it’s important that you assess your finances, including your...

How Can I Transfer My Florida Timeshare As Part Of A Divorce?

  • May 7, 2014

There are a number of options for timeshares as part of a divorce. In some cases, the timeshares are sold and the proceeds split between the spouses. The timeshare may...

What Happens In Florida If My Ex Dies While My Kids Are Still Young? Should I Ask For Life Insurance As Part Of The Divorce?

  • May 2, 2014

Yes, if you are concerned about providing the sole support for your children while they are young if your ex-spouse were to die, you should negotiate a life insurance policy...

I Have A Protective Order Against My Spouse In Florida, But I Want To Move. Can I Get It Enforced In Another State?

  • Apr 26, 2014

Yes, if you have a valid injunction for protection against domestic violence in Florida that meets federal standards you can get it enforced in another state. Under the Violence Against...