In most circumstances you will be required to try divorce through either mediation or collaboration, either way, you still need to take steps to protect yourself and your future. 1. Know Your Finances One of the first things you should do before discussing divorce with your spouse is to look into your finances. Print out recent…
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Florida is one of the states where you do not have to hire a divorce attorney in order to file for divorce. However, just because it is not required, does not mean you should not hire one. In fact, there are many benefits to hiring an attorney to facilitate your dissolution of marriage that often…
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Whether you are the personal representative or someone close to you passed without a will or trust, starting the probate process can feel overwhelming. In Pinellas County, and all of Florida, almost all estates go through probate. And, if you are the one working to settle an estate, the best advice we can give you…
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You can find a lot of information about the probate process, both in Florida and elsewhere, but what is harder to find is simple, factual advice. As experienced probate lawyers, we want to help you whether you are in the process of having a will or trust drawn up, or find yourself working hard to…
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As a family law firm who handles adoption in Florida, we have heard many things said about adoption, some are completely inaccurate while others are misconceptions. Although laws vary from state to state, these are some of the myths we want to correct with facts so you make a better-informed decision regarding whether adoption is…
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Deciding whether to utilize an adoption agency depends on several factors including whether you have identified a child to adopt. And, truth be told, it is in your best interest to always use an adoption attorney, even when using an agency. An attorney you hire protects your interests. Sometimes they help move the process along.…
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Sometimes divorce gets rather contentious. Things are said and voices rise. However, no one should ever fear for their safety during a separation or divorce. Sometimes people who never expected to fear for their safety become victims of domestic violence during divorce proceedings. Here are some things to do. Of course, if you are in…
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Since 1989, October has been nationally recognized as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and as difficult a topic, Florida has made some progress in the past year relating to domestic violence law. However, considering that the national Violence Against Women Act was originally passed in 1994 and constantly has to be reauthorized, there is still…
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Grandparent custody in Florida is quite common. However, it is not something that a grandparent can just request and be awarded. If you are a grandparent seeking custody, whether you are looking for temporary or permanent custody, there has to be a reason. And, you should work with a family law firm. Temporary Custody Temporary…
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In most cases, time with grandparents is beneficial to both the children and the grandparents. However, there are circumstances where you would not want your child visiting their grandparents. Because Florida law has provisions for grandparent visitation, many grandparents think they can sue for visitation like a legal parent can. Whether you are seeking visitation…
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