If you did your estate planning several years (or decades) ago, you should take a look at it. There may be things in there that need to be changed. For example, your ex-spouse might still be listed as an heir in your will or beneficiary to your trust, while your...
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What is “mandatory disclosure” in a Florida dissolution of marriage case?
In order to assure that the parties and the court are fully informed on all issues regarding assets, liabilities and income, the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure set forth requirements for mandatory disclosure. Mandatory disclosure is required so that the parties...
Parenting Plans: Determining Parental Responsibility and Timesharing
A parenting plan in a Florida divorce is a written document approved by the court which sets forth important matters pertaining to the couple’s minor children. The parenting plan can be agreed upon by the parents or it can be determined by the court. Specifically, the...
What should I do to prepare myself if I am contemplating a divorce?
In Florida, as in most states, if you are considering a divorce, there are a number of matters that you need to think about and steps that you should take. First and foremost, you should think about your safety and well-being as well as that of any minor children. If...
“Uncontested” Divorce in Florida—What Does it Mean?
In our law practice, we often hear people contact us saying they need a divorce but that it will be “uncontested.” Sometimes they are correct in saying this but in other cases, they don’t really understand what an uncontested divorce means. The meaning is broader than...
Family Law Courts are Courts of Equity
Family law matters in Florida, including divorce, parenting and timesharing of minor children, division of assets, child support, and alimony, are governed by Chapter 61, Florida Statutes, along with applicable caselaw. These matters are said to be in “chancery.” This...
Providing for Children with Developmental Disabilities
Children with certain conditions such as autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) require special planning in order to provide for their needs. From a legal standpoint, there are two steps that parents should take in order to protect and to provide assistance to their...
Guardian Advocate for Adult Children with Developmental Disabilities
Children with certain conditions such as autism, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or Down syndrome require special planning in order to meet their needs. This becomes particularly true once the child reaches the age of majority—in Florida, age 18. During the years the...
In Florida, is an Oral Contract Enforceable?
When an attorney is asked whether an oral contract in Florida is enforceable, the correct answer is that some, but not all, contracts must be in writing. In other words, some oral contracts are enforceable, others are not. Like many states, Florida has a "statute of...
In Florida, is an Oral Contract Enforceable?
When an attorney is asked whether an oral contract in Florida is enforceable, the correct answer is that some, but not all, contracts must be in writing. In other words, some oral contracts are enforceable, others are not. Like many states, Florida has a "statute of...
