family law

You and your spouse always agreed that if you divorced, you wouldn't be horrible to one another. You've both kept your word and are separating peacefully. You know you can get an attorney, but it doesn't seem necessary. Should you still work with an attorney? What...

When your children are going through a divorce with you, they may appear like they can handle everything that's going on. This is especially true of teens. While you may believe your teen is mature enough to handle the divorce, there are some things you should keep in...

If you have a prenuptial agreement, you probably think that your assets are completely safe. That may not be the case in Florida, though, as a recent case has shown. In the case, one woman argued that her ex-husband's properties should not be considered to be separate...

Florida is a beautiful state with lots to offer. It has coastal areas, forests, swamps and lakes. It has many outdoor activities and theme parks families flock to. Despite all there is to enjoy, Florida has an extremely high divorce rate. That high divorce rate has...

When it comes to getting custody of your children, there are right and wrong ways to go about it. Negotiating, going through court and working together is in everyone's best interests. If not, situations like this could threaten one parent's rights. A man who has been...

There are dozens of reasons to want to adopt a child. Whether you're eager to expand your family or just want to give a child a chance at a stable home life, adoption benefits everyone involved. Legally, there are several benefits to adopting in Florida. In Florida,...

Protecting the rights of fathers is important, especially when it comes to giving a child up for adoption. It would not be fair for a mother to give up a child without informing the child's father. A Feb. 17 report discusses a case in which a father was unaware that...

Alimony may be a point of contention in your divorce, or you may have decided as a couple that either you or your spouse deserves it. Alimony comes in many forms, so it's important to seek out and have awarded the correct type for your situation. Some types of alimony...

In Florida, there are age requirements that you must meet if you want to get married. For example, the minimum legal age for any person to get married is 16. If you are 16 and want to get married, both you and your partner must have parental consent to do so. Parental...