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Safe Location For Minor Child Exchanges
Sat, Dec 16, 2023
One topic that comes up quite often in developing a Parenting Plan in family law cases is where to do the ‘pick-up/drop-off of the child(ren). When the children are of school age, most parents will agree, or the Court will order, that pick-ups ... Read More
Securing Support Obligations: Child Support Following Death
Fri, Dec 08, 2023
Florida Statutes create the guidelines for establishing the child support obligations from one parent to the other, but what happens if that parent pre-deceases the child reaching the age of majority?
Florida Statute 61.13(1)(c) establishes the juri... Read More
The Most Valuable Christmas Gift for Children: Peace
Fri, Dec 01, 2023
Ah, the holidays! The Christmas trees, the eggnog, the hustle, the bustle, the arguing with your ex over timesharing with the kids . . .. Few things can put a damper on what is usually the best time of year for children like seeing their parents stre... Read More
Support for Dependent Adult Children
Fri, Oct 27, 2023
Child support is, often, one of the most integral portions of a dissolution or paternity matter. The court is able to determine and order both temporary and permanent child support. Public policy in the State of Florida establishes that each parent h... Read More
Timing is Everything When It Comes to Volusia County Family Law
Mon, Oct 02, 2023
Timing, as they say, is everything in life; the same is certainly true in the realm of Family Law matters. The various Volusia County Family Law rules and statutes are rife with time designations and triggering events which, if overlooked, can greatl... Read More
Florida Legislature Passes ‘Greyson’s Law’
Tue, May 02, 2023
Both the Florida House and the Florida Senate this week passed in their respective chambers their versions of ‘Greyson’s Law’. This was approved with widespread support by the Florida Legislature in both the House and the Senate. Th... Read More
“THEY DIDN’T READ ME MIRANDA!”
Sat, Apr 15, 2023
Over the many years that I have been a criminal defense attorney, I have heard from many, many individuals during the initial consults, “they didn’t read me my Miranda.” I then ask the person if they made any statements to law enfor... Read More
Does Your Spouse Know You Are Filing for Divorce?
Tue, May 19, 2020
The decision to get a divorce can be one of the most stressful events in your life. Often times, people consult with an attorney multiple times before determining whether or not a divorce is right for them. Having your spouse find out that you have... Read More
Do You Need to Reduce Your Alimony or Child Support Due to Covid-19 Loss of Income? Don’t Wait - Act Now
Wed, Apr 08, 2020
Many Americans have suffered a reduction in income due to Covid-19 also known as the Coronavirus. Whether you’ve been laid off, furloughed or had your pay cut due to reduced work hours, paying basic bills such as housing, food, health insurance and m... Read More
Alimony Reform in Florida Brewing Again in Legislature
Fri, Mar 03, 2017
Bills have been filed in both the Florida House and Senate to again attempt to “reform” Florida’s alimony laws. Florida lawmakers twice sent reform legislation to Governor Rick Scott who vetoed both efforts in 2014 and 2016. The 2014 veto was due to ... Read More
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