If you are thinking about getting divorced as a parent, or you already ended your marriage and you share parental responsibilities with your child's other parent, it is critical to familiarize yourself with legal topics that are relevant to your circumstances. For...
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Why collaborative divorce often costs less
Adjusting to life on your own after a Florida divorce takes time, but you may find that the process is easier if you are not feeling overwhelmed with the financial side of things. There are many steps you might take to reduce any financial strain you might feel as the...
Does child support include college expenses?
Child support is a massive aspect of divorce. You need to understand what an arrangement covers and get a fair plan. One question you may ask is if child support pays for college tuition. According to College Tuition Compare, Florida students pay $3,891 for in-state...
How can I prepare for divorce mediation?
Choosing to go through mediation to settle your divorce may benefit you by giving you a lower-stress method of resolving your differences with your spouse and at a lower cost than if you had to go to court. If the concept of mediation is new to you, you might help...
How does long distance co-parenting work out?
These days, co-parenting is a much more popular option than sole custody. Many parents try to work together after a divorce to raise their child jointly, providing the needed support and involvement of both parents. However, not every divorced couple will stay in the...
What should you pack for your child custody transfers?
If your marriage is drawing to a close, focusing on your children's concerns may help them combat the negative mental health consequences that often accompany divorce. Eventually, though, your kids may need to adjust to living in two separate households. Sharing...
Is it necessary to prepare for your divorce?
Once you can tell that your relationship is not going to last, you may start thinking about a divorce. As you begin to consider its potential impact, you may wonder what you can do to better prepare yourself. While an adjustment of this caliber will undoubtedly impact...
How to tell your kids about your divorce
You and your spouse have decided to divorce and now you need to tell your children about this decision. This marks a major turning point in your divorce, and you worry about how your children will react to and cope with this life change. Many couples with children get...
How does a high-conflict divorce affect kids?
When your Florida marriage ends, the chances of you or your former partner having hard feelings are high. However, when the relationship between you and your ex becomes especially acrimonious and the two of you share children, the contentiousness between you may begin...
Can I modify my alimony order?
Circumstances do and will change after your divorce that may render some decisions the court made or you agreed to difficult to maintain. In most cases, you can go back to court and request a modification. When it comes to alimony, the Florida Statutes grant you the...