Once you’ve decided to get a divorce and begin legal proceedings there are emotional and financial pitfalls that you will want to avoid. If you’re aware of these danger zones before you begin the process, the more likely you are to avoid them during the divorce process. While there are many pitfalls I could mention …
Divorce is one of the more painful experiences a family encounters. When children are involved, the situation becomes even more difficult. While each family situation is different, there are certain do’s and don’ts I’ve learned as a divorce lawyer. Over the years, I’ve found that many couples who are divorcing find it helpful to speak …
A few months ago as the 2016 Florida Legislative session drew to a close, Governor Rick Scott vetoed a bill that had received strong support in both houses of the Florida Legislature. The bill, SB 688 would have required judges in divorce proceedings to begin with a premise that both parents are entitled to approximately …
In most Florida divorce cases, you and your spouse will divide marital assets during divorce proceedings. Whether you are the higher earning spouse or not, this can be a difficult time. We recommend the following financial tips to prepare for divorce. Get Your Paperwork Organized During a divorce, you need to prove all marital assets. Getting …
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Whether you are suddenly blindsided by the prospect of divorce or it has been a long time coming, leaving yourself vulnerable during the process is unwise. Preparation of both a personal and legal nature is essential to emerge from the divorce as whole a person as possible. At McGuire Law Offices, we believe an educated …
If you are considering divorce, you may also be entitled to alimony. Also known as spousal support, alimony can help you adjust to your new life without the financial support of your spouse. Unlike child support calculations where you have to use formulas and abide by strict guidelines, determining the amount of alimony you may receive …
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Often people discover too late how much damage a divorce can have on their financial health. As a result, an unbelievable number of people will be put into a position of filing for bankruptcy within only a year after their divorce. The aftermath of a divorce can leave people who may have never imagined needing …
In a recent case of Stark v. Stark, Fla: Dist. Court of Appeals 2016, a wife appealed an amended final judgment dissolving her twenty-seven-year marriage to the husband. The trial court awarded the Wife $7000 of bridge-the-gap alimony for eight months, followed by durational alimony of $4900 per month for nine years, and $100 per …
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