Whether you were once married and are now divorced or never had a committed relationship, you and the other parent of your children have to cooperate. Some parents have a difficult time putting their own emotional responses to a failed relationship aside to focus on...
Divorce
Why should a prenuptial agreement matter to me?
While a prenuptial agreement, often shortened to prenup, has historically suffered from a negative connotation, they have become more of a staple in modern marriages. Whether from personal anecdotes or their portrayal in popular media, individuals used to equate a...
The pros and cons of keeping the house in a divorce
Many people want to keep the house when they're getting a divorce. It's probably one of the biggest assets that they own, and it's a big part of their life. This desire makes sense, and deciding how to divide assets can be complicated when one person wants the house....
Psychologically, expect the unexpected in your Florida divorce
It is natural for those planning a divorce to imagine all sorts of ways the end of a marriage may affect them psychologically. Even so, most Punta Gorda residents feel blindsided by the intensity of their emotions during divorce. Unfortunately, you cannot always know...
Can you find holiday cheer if you’re in the throes of a divorce?
Divorcing is an unsettling process that can make you melancholy. Having it happen close to or during the holiday season seems to intensify those sad feelings. These special, memory-making occasions are linked with notions of joyful togetherness, a hint of romance,...
How is a gray divorce different from other divorces?
People often think of divorce as something that occurs within a few years of a couple getting married. While that may have once been the case, that is no longer an accurate depiction of why and when divorce occurs in the United States. Divorce rates among younger...
Can you ask for more time-sharing after your Florida divorce?
Emotions and stress run high during divorce, which might mean you don't make the most rational decisions. For example, you might immediately agree to the terms your spouse requested when they serve you, only to later realize that meant you could only see the children...
Will you lose custody if you lose your job?
If you lose your job, you should not assume that you will automatically lose custody of your children. While it is important that you are able to provide for them and support them financially, you can take steps to improve your situation and show that you are working...
Can I stop paying alimony?
If you were ordered to pay alimony (also known as spousal support) following your divorce, you may be eager to see the day when it ends. There are ways to end your payments earlier than expected, but those exceptions are limited. The factors that are involved in...
Can your ex just move away with your kids after your divorce?
Complications frequently arise in shared custody arrangements. It is common for parents to have time-sharing arrangements and to share decision-making as well, which can lead to conflict. For example, you and your ex may disagree about whether your middle schooler...