Divorce and Family Law Blog

Marriage is an important legal status affecting property rights, inheritance, taxes, etc. Some states recognize a concept known as common law marriage, which is when a couple is treated as legally married despite not having a marriage license or ceremony. However, what about Florida? If you live with a partner and present yourselves as spouses,… read more

Polyamory – the practice of having more than one romantic relationship with the consent of everyone involved – is becoming a more common topic in family law discussions. In Florida, as in the rest of the country, more couples are exploring non-traditional relationships. But what happens if a married couple opens their relationship and later… read more

Child custody disputes are always difficult, but when one parent exhibits narcissistic behaviors, the stakes feel even higher. Narcissistic tendencies—such as manipulation, lack of empathy, and control—can deeply affect a child’s emotional health and make co-parenting almost impossible. So, how do you effectively deal with a narcissistic parent in a custody situation? Here’s a clear,… read more

Family relationships can become complicated when parents separate or when one parent passes away. In these situations, grandparents may want to stay involved in a child’s life. However, in Florida, the law puts parents’ rights first, which means grandparents don’t always have automatic rights to time-sharing or parental responsibility (child custody). However, there are specific… read more

If you’re in the middle of a custody battle in Florida, you might wonder what age your child has to be to give their opinion to the court. Each state handles this tricky situation differently. Here is what you need to know about Florida’s rules and guidelines. Child Custody Arrangements in Florida When parents are… read more

You may have heard the term “Gray Divorce.” It describes the trend of growing divorce rates among people aged 50 and older. Data from Bowling Green State University’s National Center for Family and Marriage Research concluded that divorce rates among older people have increased significantly over the past 35 years. The biggest increase was among… read more

The term “toxic relationship” gets thrown around a lot these days, but toxic relationships are real and definable, according to mental health experts. Positive relationships are those where spouses support one another. They show compassion and express empathy when the other partner is having challenges. Healthy relationships aren’t perfect, but both partners are willing to… read more

Raising a child with an ex is already challenging, but when one parent lives far away, things can get even more complicated. Florida courts take time-sharing and parental responsibility seriously, and parents are expected to find workable solutions even when hundreds of miles separate them. If you or your child’s other parent has moved or… read more

Prenuptial agreements are commonly used in Florida to help protect the interests of both spouses in the event of a divorce. These agreements are legally binding in most cases, assuming they meet all the legal requirements. This means that a judge will usually uphold the agreement and hold both parties to the provisions contained inside…. read more

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