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...
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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...
In a Florida Divorce, is an Inheritance Considered Marital Property?
We often have clients ask whether assets they inherit are considered marital in the event of a Florida divorce. As a very general statement, assets originating during the marriage are usually considered marital. For example, if either spouse works, their earnings are...
In a Florida Divorce, is an Inheritance Considered Marital Property?
We often have clients ask whether assets they inherit are considered marital in the event of a Florida divorce. As a very general statement, assets originating during the marriage are usually considered marital. For example, if either spouse works, their earnings are...
In a Florida Divorce, is an Inheritance Considered Marital Property?
We often have clients ask whether assets they inherit are considered marital in the event of a Florida divorce. As a very general statement, assets originating during the marriage are usually considered marital. For example, if either spouse works, their earnings are...
In a Florida Divorce, is an Inheritance Considered Marital Property?
We often have clients ask whether assets they inherit are considered marital in the event of a Florida divorce. As a very general statement, assets originating during the marriage are usually considered marital. For example, if either spouse works, their earnings are...
