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On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Mar 3, 2026 | child custody
The summer break from school can be challenging for coparents. Their children get three months off, but parents often still have to work. This can make it difficult to address their child custody arrangement, which may need to be different over the summer months....
On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Feb 22, 2026 | divorce
A significant portion of divorces begin with infidelity. When one spouse discovers that the other has cheated, they may not be able to continue the relationship. Adultery destroys the trust between spouses. It can damage household finances and may even have health...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Feb 5, 2026 | family law
When many people think about adoption, they often think about parents adopting a child from outside the family unit, such as through international adoption. But it is important to remember that there are also intrafamily adoptions, and they do not always involve...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Jan 30, 2026 | child custody
One of the major changes that children go through when their parents divorce is having to learn how to live in two separate homes. This is challenging because they are probably accustomed to spending time with both parents within the same home. Finding ways to help...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Jan 16, 2026 | divorce
Many people retire in their 60s. Married couples often plan jointly to combine their resources during retirement and ensure they enjoy a comfortable standard of living together. Those plans may fall apart when the spouses decide to divorce. People often worry about...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Jan 13, 2026 | divorce
Divorce is difficult at any stage of parenting, but it can feel especially complex when teenagers are involved. Teens are balancing school, friendships and growing independence. A divorce can disrupt that balance and create stress at a time when stability matters....
On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Dec 26, 2025 | child custody
Creating a parenting plan is a crucial step for co-parents. But with the wide variety of schedules that courts and parents in Florida use, which one is the best? There is no single best or perfect custody schedule. Nonetheless, you can create an ideal one. Below are...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Dec 12, 2025 | child support
When you and your ex got divorced, the court issued a number of orders. For one thing, you were ordered to have shared custody. The children live with your ex during the school week, but they live with you over the weekends. Since you earn more money than your spouse...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Nov 30, 2025 | child custody
The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy, celebration and togetherness. When you’re co-parenting, it can also be a time of stress, uncertainty and conflicting expectations. Managing schedules, honoring traditions and keeping the lines of communication open...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Tinley M. Rudd, Esq. | Nov 21, 2025 | divorce
Divorce negotiations tend to focus primarily on practical matters. Spouses have to separate the lives that they previously combined. Couples who have prenuptial or postnuptial agreements may find it easy to split their assets calmly. Others may find themselves arguing...
