Court reporters play a key role in every litigation proceeding. Their purpose is to take down every spoken word at a hearing or trial to ensure that the court and both parties have a clear written record of exactly what transpired. This is very important. Though cost-conscious litigants may balk at paying for a court...
Do you or the spouse you’re divorcing have a Thrift Savings Plan? This is a tax-deferred retirement account for members of the military and federal employees, similar to 401k plans offered by private employers. Participants add to their accounts through regular payroll deductions and the money is placed in investment funds to grow over time....
When do you reach the finish line in a divorce? Many people might say it’s the day of your divorce hearing after the judge has signed your decree. It’s true that this is a huge milestone. You’re officially divorced and the agreement between you and your ex-spouse is now legally binding. But please don’t stop...
Are you going through a divorce or contemplating a divorce? If so, I’d advise you to be careful about what you send in text messages to your future ex-spouse. In this high-tech era, text messages can be used in court as evidence during divorce proceedings. But here’s the thing: It’s really easy to dash off...
On a typical first visit to a divorce attorney, a parent often wants to talk primarily about which parent “gets the kids”. This is no longer correct thinking under current Florida divorce law. As discussed in a recent blog, the terms “custody” and “visitation” have been removed from the Florida divorce statutes. It is now...
There’s no question that divorce can be stressful. As a family law attorney, I often see people who are facing a torrent of emotions and feelings like anger, sadness and anxiety. Many are depressed when they come into my office. They’ve been thinking about divorce for a long time but were stuck for months, or...
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