Many of my clients have questions about the adoption process, and in particular, the step-parent adoption process. Some mistakenly believe that just because they’ve remarried, their new spouse automatically has legal recognition of their new step-children. That is not the state of the law in Florida however, and until a Court enters an Order establishing […]
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Divorce in Spring: The Timing, Child Custody and Spring Break Holidays
With the warmer weather sometimes comes divorce in spring. Watch out for these three divorce and child-custody related issues that may arise this season.
3 Things to Consider Before You Move Out of the Family Residence
When considering to move out of the family residence during your divorce, keep in mind that it may affect child custody, your financial situation and more.
Cohabitation Agreement: What Is It and Why You Need One
In a perfect world, two people moving in together instinctively know which partner will pay the utility bills, cover the rent, walk the dog, and buy the auto insurance. But most of the time, the perfect world is not the world we inhabit. In the real world of cohabitation, two people deciding to live together […]
Step 4 in Preparing for Divorce: Keeping Your Divorce Private
I once had a client come to me before having the “big conversation” with her husband. She wanted to understand her options, the process, and potential outcomes. She wanted to do her “homework” early. There were some privacy guidelines I had her follow, which can help anyone going through a divorce. Today, more than ever, […]
5 Tips to Move Forward After Infidelity and Divorce
By Vicki Vollweiler, Certified Divorce Coach As a divorce coach, I hear one story over and over: infidelity. The person who stepped out on the marriage can be either male or female. In all cases, it seems, one person is left alone… distraught, confused, and scared about the future. One partner is left to wonder, […]
When Your Child May Have Been Sexually Abused By A Sibling
If you or someone you know is dealing with the issue of a child being sexually abused by a sibling, you should consult an attorney immediately.
International Custody Disputes: What You Need to Know
There has been a lot in the news lately detailing some high-profile international custody disputes that have helped shed light on the sometimes complex issues related to international child custody laws. By now, most have heard about the case of former Gossip Girl American actress Kelly Rutherford, who recently lost custody of her two children […]
Make Your Dreams Come True, Not Your Fears!
On Christmas Day, I read an article by Arianna Jeret titled “How to Make Your Divorce as Expensive as Possible” and found it to be extremely accurate. Ms. Jeret starts out by advising people of the obvious fact that two households cost more to support than one. In fact, according to Andrew Hoffman, a Certified […]
How to Choose a Divorce Attorney
In order to choose a good family law attorney, a large part of your introductory interview will involve asking questions about their expertise, fees, and philosophy. Like many, you may find the idea of questioning a highly-trained professional intimidating. When interviewing a divorce attorney, don’t be apprehensive or nervous, or worry that you’re insulting them by […]
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