As tough as your divorce is on you, it is even tougher on your children. Especially for young children who may not fully understand what is happening, seeing one of their parents move out and then adjusting to a schedule where they spend time with mom and dad separately can easily be the greatest challenge… read more
At McMichen, Cinami & Demps, we strongly encourage all soon-to-be newlyweds to consider the benefits of entering into a prenuptial agreement. While many couples steer away from prenuptial agreements – viewing them as “planning for a divorce before we’re married” – the truth is that they can provide numerous benefits to couples before, during, and… read more
Divorce is unique because it is one of the few types of legal disputes where both parties can be essentially on the same page. That is not to say that all divorces are clean and easy, with both spouses agreeing on everything – far from it. But rather, when spouses have agreed that it… read more
If your marriage is at its end and you need to file for divorce, there are lots of issues to consider, and there are several options available. One of these options is to pursue a collaborative divorce. In addition, here are five good reasons why a collaborative divorce might be right for you. It protects… read more
When going through a divorce, it is important to have a social support network. Even under the best of circumstances, a divorce can be an extremely stressful, emotional process. However, it is also important to distinguish between a social support network and plastering details of your divorce and personal life on social media. On the… read more
Florida is what is known as a “no fault” divorce state. Simply put, this means that an individual seeking a divorce from their spouse does not need to provide a reason for the divorce. They can simply state that the marriage is “irretrievably broken,” and the validity of their claim is not questioned. Also, there… read more
Divorce courts use the same basic principles as other courts when dealing with a dispute between two parties. More often than not, these rules do not work well, and divorcing couples find that they are better off resolving their issues outside of court rather than letting a judge decide. However, there are also times when… read more
Couples preparing for a divorce will eventually be presented with the task of dividing their marital assets. Whether there is only a handful of assets or a significant number of assets, the term “asset” is difficult for some couples to understand. However, it is immensely important to understand what can be classified as an asset… read more
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). It involves negotiations that are facilitated by a neutral third party. Unlike arbitration, the mediator does not make a decision. Instead, the goal of mediation is to encourage divorcing couples to work together closely to resolve their divorce issues – and hopefully lessen the number of… read more
Any asset deemed a “marital” asset is subject to equitable distribution under Florida divorce law. Non-marital assets are kept separately and, therefore, not subject to distribution. For most couples, deciphering the differences between marital and non-marital assets is complex. While categorizing assets is one of the more difficult tasks in a divorce, it is necessary… read more
Separation from the Kids – How You Can Make it Better
As tough as your divorce is on you, it is even tougher on your children. Especially for young children who may not fully understand what is happening, seeing one of their parents move out and then adjusting to a schedule where they spend time with mom and dad separately can easily be the greatest challenge… read more
A New Idea for Prenuptial Agreements
At McMichen, Cinami & Demps, we strongly encourage all soon-to-be newlyweds to consider the benefits of entering into a prenuptial agreement. While many couples steer away from prenuptial agreements – viewing them as “planning for a divorce before we’re married” – the truth is that they can provide numerous benefits to couples before, during, and… read more
Collaborative Divorce Popular for Hollywood Stars
Divorce is unique because it is one of the few types of legal disputes where both parties can be essentially on the same page. That is not to say that all divorces are clean and easy, with both spouses agreeing on everything – far from it. But rather, when spouses have agreed that it… read more
Five Good Reasons to Consider Collaborative Divorce in Orlando
If your marriage is at its end and you need to file for divorce, there are lots of issues to consider, and there are several options available. One of these options is to pursue a collaborative divorce. In addition, here are five good reasons why a collaborative divorce might be right for you. It protects… read more
Social Media and Your Divorce – Don’t Mess it Up
When going through a divorce, it is important to have a social support network. Even under the best of circumstances, a divorce can be an extremely stressful, emotional process. However, it is also important to distinguish between a social support network and plastering details of your divorce and personal life on social media. On the… read more
Understanding “No Fault” Divorce
Florida is what is known as a “no fault” divorce state. Simply put, this means that an individual seeking a divorce from their spouse does not need to provide a reason for the divorce. They can simply state that the marriage is “irretrievably broken,” and the validity of their claim is not questioned. Also, there… read more
When Going to Trial Makes Sense for Divorce
Divorce courts use the same basic principles as other courts when dealing with a dispute between two parties. More often than not, these rules do not work well, and divorcing couples find that they are better off resolving their issues outside of court rather than letting a judge decide. However, there are also times when… read more
What is Considered an Asset?
Couples preparing for a divorce will eventually be presented with the task of dividing their marital assets. Whether there is only a handful of assets or a significant number of assets, the term “asset” is difficult for some couples to understand. However, it is immensely important to understand what can be classified as an asset… read more
Common Misconceptions About Mediation
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). It involves negotiations that are facilitated by a neutral third party. Unlike arbitration, the mediator does not make a decision. Instead, the goal of mediation is to encourage divorcing couples to work together closely to resolve their divorce issues – and hopefully lessen the number of… read more
The Difference Between Marital and Non-Marital Assets
Any asset deemed a “marital” asset is subject to equitable distribution under Florida divorce law. Non-marital assets are kept separately and, therefore, not subject to distribution. For most couples, deciphering the differences between marital and non-marital assets is complex. While categorizing assets is one of the more difficult tasks in a divorce, it is necessary… read more