Family Law

After a divorce, some non-custodial parents quietly disappear. Maybe it’s addiction, fear, anger, or simply not knowing how to show up. No matter the reason, you’re the one left to help your child understand what happened. There’s no script for that. Still, avoiding the conversation doesn’t make the pain go away. It just buries it… read more

Premarital agreements in Florida, commonly known as prenuptial agreements or “prenups,” are contracts between prospective spouses in contemplation of marriage. They allow couples to determine how financial matters will be handled during the marriage and in the event of a divorce or death. While Florida law permits prenuptial agreements, strict legal standards apply to ensure… read more

Child custody is one of the most important legal issues parents must resolve in a divorce. A key term that often arises in custody cases is “custodial parent.” Understanding what it means and how it affects parenting rights and responsibilities in Florida is important for any parent navigating a custody dispute or creating a parenting… read more

In many states, a “common law marriage” refers to a relationship where a couple lives together for a certain period of time. The couple must hold themselves out as being married, and if they do so, they can enjoy the same legal rights and responsibilities as married couples. However, in Florida, common law marriage is… read more

When people think of divorce or child custody disputes, they often imagine a courtroom and a judge presiding over a trial. However, they may not realize that litigation is only one way to resolve family law matters.  Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods offer effective alternatives, such as mediation and arbitration, which may better suit your… read more

The terms “paternal rights” and “parental rights” pop up frequently in family law cases. You might confuse one with the other, but they are not the same. Essentially, paternal rights are a subset of parental rights. All paternal rights are also parental rights, but not all parental rights are paternal rights. What Are Parental Rights?… read more

You might be tempted to spy on your spouse for a number of reasons. Maybe you suspect adultery, for example, or maybe you’re involved in contentious divorce, child custody, or child support proceedings. Maybe you just want information that you are legally entitled to but which your spouse is unjustly withholding. So what does the… read more

A subpoena duces tecum is a court order to produce specified documents or tangible evidence. Sometimes, but not always, the subpoena also requires the recipient to appear at a hearing or deposition in possession of the requested documents. Who Can Issue a Subpoena Duces Tecum? Three types of parties can issue a subpoena duces tecum… read more

Orlando family law is based on Florida family law. Under Florida family law, in the event of a divorce, the couples split assets equitably, not necessarily equally. This can cause apprehension for various reasons, some of which are outlined below.  One way of dealing with these concerns is to have both spouses-to-be sign a prenuptial… read more

There’s no shortage of reasons why you might end up heading into court in Orlando, whether you’re disputing a traffic ticket, filing for divorce, or facing criminal charges. That said, any time you go to court, you need to be prepared to pay court costs. Nevertheless, it can be hard to plan for these fees… read more