When you and your spouse separate, it is necessary to uphold fairness in property division. Both of you have to sit and agree on a workable plan to help you divide the marital property equitably. However, even after agreeing, a judge has to issue final orders before...
Divorce
Dividing up a 401K in a divorce
One typically goes into divorce proceedings in Spring Hill understanding that they will be required to divide many of their personal assets with their soon-to-be ex-spouse. Yet one asset they may not yet be prepared to part with is a portion of their 401K. Many people...
Updating your will after your divorce
If you have been listening to estate planning experts, then you are likely already engaged in the process of determining the dispersal of your assets to your beneficiaries once you are gone. Part of that planning includes creating a will, and if you have already done...
What are some ways Walmart will support you during your divorce?
Divorce can be a lonely time when you feel like you have to deal with a lot of things coming your way with no help. If you happen to work at a Florida Walmart, though, you may be able to take advantage of the company's many services aimed at helping associates going...
Can a child choose his or her custodial parent?
In Florida child custody cases, the courts look at a variety of different factors when determining what is in the best interests of the child. Child custody determines where a child will stay the majority of the time, who, if not both parents, has a say in the child’s...
How do I change my name after my divorce?
After a divorce, many women want to step away completely from the marriage and start a new life. For some, this means changing their last name. Most women who do this go back to their maiden name. This is quite common, so Florida law has an allowance for this that...
How can you keep your entire 401k?
You put a great amount of individual effort into your employment in Hernando County; why, then, is your ex-spouse entitled to a portion of the benefits that come from that effort (such as your 401k)? First, it should be remembered that the money that funds your 401k...
The end of marriage and health problems
When a couple splits up, they may be dealing with many different challenges. Those who bring their marriage to an end may be struggling with child custody issues, or they may have concerns about what will happen to their finances during and after the divorce....
Do I have to remove my ex from my will after divorce?
Florida law automatically removes all inheritance rights your ex has by default in your will after your divorce is finalized. Therefore, you probably would not have to worry about any type of automatic inheritance rights your ex has. That said, this could be an...
Divorce dispute ends in shooting
Many in Hernando County may currently be experiencing domestic abuse at the hands of a spouse. Some might say that those in such situations should simply leave. Those suffering from such violence, however, may find that leaving is not as easy as many outsiders may...