As the father of a child, the relationship you have with your son or daughter should not depend on the relationship you have with the mother of your child. While you do have certain responsibilities to your child, your also have specific rights outlined under Florida...
Florida Family Law
Ending alimony due to cohabitation
Alimony can help one transition in their post-divorce life in Spring Hill, yet it is typically not meant to be a source of assistance that lasts forever. The hope is that at some point, those receiving it will no longer need their ex-spouse's support. They may reach...
Identifying the benefits of joint custody for kids
Couples who file for divorce in Florida have many topics to negotiate when drafting the final divorce settlement. One of the most complicated may be that of who will take care of the children. According to Florida state statutes, judges award sole physical parental...
How can I manage co-parenting with a difficult ex?
It is no secret that the modern court strives to create a co-parenting arrangement after a divorce. While in the past, children tended to be primarily placed with their mothers after a divorce (particularly if they were young), now most experts agree that children...
What is stepparent adoption?
Becoming a stepparent is a tough job. This is especially true if the child's other parent is not a strong presence in his or her life. For example, if you marry the child's mother and the child's father is not in the child's life, you become the father figure....
Do you need to change your estate plan after divorce?
Who is the main beneficiary of your estate? If you were married, chances are that person would be your spouse. Here is a related question: Would you want your ex-spouse to inherit your money, even after you were divorced? Of course, your answer is probably that you...
Prevent domestic violence with an order of protection
We at in Florida recognize that no one has the right to abuse you either physically, mentally or emotionally, not even if they are a family member, spouse or significant other. If you have received abusive treatment, or if you feel that...
Dividing retirement assets during divorce
You work hard to fulfill your work-related responsibilities in Hernando County. For the most part, that effort is individual. Thus, you likely understand the surprise that many of those who come to see us here at the Office display when...
How can I cope with the post-holiday blues?
The end of the holidays can be a real let down. This is especially true of divorced parents in Florida, who may experience sadness at the end of the holidays, which could mean seeing kids less. In this case, there are steps you can take to combat the post-holiday...
Understanding the disadvantages of permanent alimony
Divorcing couples in Florida often find themselves in a panic when they realize that they are now responsible for financing their expenses on their own without the help of their spouse. In many cases, courts require that alimony is paid in situations where a spouse...