28 December

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Why Now is the Best Time to Estate Plan

Estate planning can seem daunting. It can be overwhelming trying to determine what documents or actions are actually required to have a comprehensive estate plan. Many people find estate planning to be an unwelcome reminder of death. However, while you may want to avoid thinking about what happens after you pass away for as long as possible, there are real benefits to facing this challenge head-on now. For one, you will be able to live indefinitely with the peace of mind of knowing that no matter what happens, your loved ones will be cared for the way you want them...

10 September

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Determining Alimony in Florida

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There are many questions and considerations that come up when contemplating divorce. Dissolving a marriage often means also dissolving aspects of a life you have invested a lot of time and effort in building. It can be a big decision to make, and there are often a lot of moving parts. For many people, concern over how divorce would impact them financially is a barrier to moving forward. It is important to have a sense of how alimony works so that you can have a genuine sense of your options and feel comfortable moving forward or planning accordingly. Of course,...

03 September

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What to Know About Reverting to Your Maiden Name After a Divorce

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in Family Law

Divorce is a massive change. Not only does it dissolve a marriage, but it also changes much of the life, roles, and identities that accompanied it. For people who took their spouse’s name when they married, divorce may leave them wanting to revert back to their own family name or reclaim their identity independent of the marriage. Of course, not everyone chooses to change their name following a divorce. For some with minor children, keeping their married name may be easier. Others may have built a career on their married name and do not want to change it. However, what...

27 August

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How to Prepare for a Divorce

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Divorce can seem like a daunting and overwhelming endeavor. It can be hard to know how to start without just shattering your life. However, there are a number of steps that can be taken in anticipation of divorce that are far less significant and earth-shaking than filing for it. If you are still deciding if divorce is the right option for you, or you are trying to get organized and prepared for it, you can use this time to put yourself in the best place possible for the proceedings should you choose to move forward or whenever you are ready...

20 August

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How Long Does a Divorce Take in Florida?

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If you are considering divorce, you may be wondering how long it will take and how much of an impact it will have on your life. Certainly there are a lot of stories about long, drawn-out divorces that were costly and dragged on for years. However, the fact of the matter is that every divorce is different. There are dozens of factors that can affect the timeline for divorce. Whether the divorce is uncontested, the amount of assets involved, whether there are shared minor children, and how collaborative versus combative the proceedings are can all heavily affect the length of...

13 August

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Can I Divorce My Spouse if They are Deployed?

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in Family Law

There are no ideal circumstances for divorce. Even under objectively “good” conditions, divorce can be a complex and emotionally complicated process. However, if your spouse is in the military and stationed overseas, this may add a number of obstacles to navigating the divorce process. While a deployed spouse definitely complicated the process, it does not make it impossible. In this article, we will review the reality of filing for divorce while your spouse is overseas so that you can assess whether it is the right option for you. While the information in this article is intended to be general, you...

05 August

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What is the Difference Between a Revocable and Irrevocable Trust?

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in Estate Planning

If you have started looking into estate planning options, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed and unsure of where to start. Estate planning can seem complicated, as there are many possible mechanisms and trusts that can be employed. However, once you understand the basics, it is easier to determine which of these options will truly meet your needs. If you are wealthy and have a large amount of assets, a trust may be an excellent option for you. The choice between a revocable or irrevocable trust is a personal choice, based on what you are looking to get out...

30 July

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Vendor Agreements

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in Business Law

Vendor agreements are a part of nearly all aspects of a business, regardless of the size. Vendor agreements are a necessary component of any exchange of goods or services. If you are a small business, you may find yourself dealing with vendors for everything from software and office supplies to consulting, legal help, event planning, marketing, and more. Without proper vendor agreements to regulate and clarify these relationships, your small business could pay a big price. Understanding what vendor agreements and how to negotiate them allows you to clarify roles and expectations in business relationships and helps to avoid costly...

23 July

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Understanding Guardianship

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In Florida, guardianship is a legal proceeding by which a competent individual or qualified institution is appointed as the guardian of an incapacitated person. This guardian then has the authority to exercise the legal rights of the incapacitated person on their behalf. In some cases, a bank trust department may be appointed to care for the incapacitated person’s assets. What Constitutes an Incapacitated Person? In order to be deemed incapacitated, a person does not actually have to be comatose or entirely unable to function. Rather, a person is deemed incapacitated by the court if they are found unable to manage some of...

16 July

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Do Unmarried Fathers Have a Right to Custody in Florida?

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Families take all shapes and forms, and not all families are bound by marriage. While both married and unmarried parents are eligible for custody agreements, the process is different for unmarried parents. Unmarried fathers, in particular, are impacted by Florida’s laws. Under these laws, if parents are unmarried, only the mother is given legal rights to the child. This is true even if the father’s name is on the child’s birth certificate. Many parents assume that they will automatically be given equal legal rights to the child, but unless they are married, this is not true. However, these rights can...

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