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Will My Retirement Plan Be Divided as Part of My Divorce?

There is a lot to consider in a Florida divorce . But one often overlooked aspect is the retirement plan. Many people may believe that their retirement plan is not affected. After all, only one spouse contributed to it, and it is generally only held in their name. Unfortunately, these are mistaken beliefs that can have significant financial impacts in the future. A retirement plan will be factored ...

Important Deadlines Affecting Your Divorce Case

From filing a petition to having your case heard and decided by a judge, various stages are involved in the Florida divorce process. At different steps, you are required to take particular actions. Because family law courts are busy and need to maintain an efficient and fair system, these actions must be completed within a specific amount of time. If you fail to adhere to the deadlines set by law, ...

They Refuse to Pay Child Support. Can I Refuse to Let Them See Our Child?

For many custodial parents, child support isn’t funny money – it’s a vital financial resource that can make a significant difference in a child’s general welfare. The State of Florida would be inclined to agree, because failing to pay child support for four consecutive months or owing at least $2,500 in back child support is a felony in this state. If you’re a parent trying to make ends meet, ...

Frequently Asked Questions about Child Custody

Child custody is often one of the most contentious issues spouses fight over during their divorce. Of course, child custody matters can arise outside of the context of divorce and be just as divisive. What this says is that parents are often very unwilling to relinquish custody of their children and often seek as much of it as possible. Because child custody is such a hot topic, a lot of questions ...