Alimony in Florida has changed substantially over the past several years, and many assumptions people still carry into divorce proceedings no longer reflect how courts actually operate. Questions about how long alimony lasts are closely tied to broader issues such as marriage length, income structure, post-divorce modification rights, and recent legislative reforms that continue to…
During a divorce, inheritance may cause a big confusion. A significant number of couples in Florida fail to determine whether an inheritance should be protected or shared. As new concepts and more revised explanations take effect in 2026, the topic of how inheritance ensues in case of a Florida divorce is more relevant than ever…
Divorce in Florida is rising. For couples in West Palm Beach and across the state, new legal realities are coming up and knowing them could make all the difference. At the Affordable Divorce Center, we are on the upslope side of the curve and you will not have to deal with these changes yourself. The…
Family law issues encompass many different types of legal matters. Family law is sort of an umbrella term for practice areas that deal with families or family members who are involved in conflicts that require legal action. Many people automatically think family law involves divorce help, which is true, but there are other things besides…
When two people get married, they usually aren’t worrying that their precious union will come crumbling down one day. The euphoria of being in love casts most fears and worries of divorce out of the minds of young, newlywed couples. Unfortunately, divorce does happen, even to the happiest of newlyweds. If you could avoid divorce,…
When you marry your spouse, you never think that one day the two of you will no longer want to be together. Unfortunately, it’s a real possibility. A whole 21.6% of respondents in a study conducted by the Journal of Family Issues said that infidelity was what ended their marriage, making it the leading cause…
Going to court can be a scary thing. Family law issues such as divorce often can cause anxiety for those who have never been through this system before. Speaking of divorce, it is actually one of the most common reasons that people need to look for family law providers. About two-thirds of divorce cases are…
No matter the circumstances, going through a divorce is a complex and emotional process. But when children are involved, they are even more so. You will likely have a lot of questions surrounding parental responsibility and financial obligations in the years to come, and one of the many reasons you should find a divorce lawyer…
Although divorce is undoubtedly painful, many separations follow common patterns. Typically, one spouse will initiate filing for divorce, after which both parties will find a divorce lawyer to help them navigate the process. There may be some predictors that can indicate how likely a couple is to divorce — for instance, couples who date for…
An uncontested divorce is one where both spouses agree on the divorce and the settlement that follows. This means that neither spouse holds the other one solely responsible for the divorce. Here are some of the steps you must take when filing uncontested divorce. File a Petition In order to start the process of filing…