If you are a man getting divorced in West Palm Beach, you probably have the same three questions that most of our clients ask in their first meeting. Will I have to pay alimony? Can I continue to see my kids? What will happen with the house, business and my retirement savings? In this article,…
A divorce in West Palm Beach and Boca Raton, Florida, starts with filing a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with the Clerk of the Circuit Court. At least one spouse must have lived in Florida for six months before filing. Filing fees apply, but you may qualify for a fee waiver. Those who live in…
You check your joint bank account and find that your spouse has taken out most or all of the money. If you’re thinking about divorce, you’re probably wondering: Can they do that? And what happens to that money in the divorce? In most cases, either spouse can withdraw or transfer money from a joint account.…
When ending a marriage, an uncontested divorce isn’t always feasible. Even if a divorce was uncontested in the beginning, emotions can run high and cause conflict. This is especially true when assets are involved. To help ease the divorce process along, divorce lawyers may recommend mediation. Why Couples Choose Mediation If you and your soon-to-be-ex…
If you just received a divorce court order in Florida and believe that the decision is wrong, you must be wondering whether it is possible to appeal right away. The answer depends on whether the order is considered “final” or “non-final.” You can appeal some nonfinal orders before the case ends, but others cannot be…
It’s understandable that you want to move out quickly as soon as you decide to get divorced. And, you get eager even if your divorce is not finalized. Even if you file your divorce paperwork today and your spouse agrees and signs off on everything, it does not mean everything ends. Here’s the reality: Even…
It is common for divorcing spouses to continue living together when going through the process of divorce. Leaving the home does NOT automatically harm child custody, equitable distribution, and even visitation. A spouse generally cannot force the other to leave without a court order. It is even beneficial for both of you to get along…
Under Florida divorce laws, it does not make any difference who files for a divorce first. An experienced lawyer can suggest whether the rules or conditions are different in any state. For example, if a lawyer knows that a judge in the court of a certain county can provide a large child support amount. In…
Once a divorce is finalised, the parties in question are required to comply with the terms. However, one may fail to comply which can bring challenging circumstances for the other party. Whenever such a situation occurs, it is legally called contempt of court. In Florida, failure to comply could result in serious consequences. Taking professional…
Divorce in Florida is no longer shaped by a single dominant issue like fault or courtroom strategy. As 2026 approaches, divorce outcomes are increasingly influenced by a combination of legislative reform, procedural efficiency, financial transparency, and evolving social dynamics. These trends affect not only how divorces are resolved, but also how long they take, how…