Monthly Archives: July 2024
Including Grandparents in a Parenting Plan
Grandparents have no rights to time with a grandchild. However, when grandparents play a significant role in their grandchildren’s lives, it can add a layer of complexity to Florida divorces. Some find that it makes sense to add language in a parenting plan that involves other family members, such as grandparents. To explore this… Read More »
Resolutions You Can Make to Smooth the Divorce Process
Certain resolutions can make the transition from married to single smoother and less stressful. For example, many find focusing on key priorities such as self-care, children’s needs, and determining areas where you are willing to negotiate and areas where you aren’t provides helpful boundaries while divorcing. Having the right legal support makes a significant… Read More »
Only One Parent Can Claim a Child as a Dependent
While there are many logistical complexities when parents decide to divorce, one issue is determining who will claim children as dependents when filing taxes. Having an understanding of the implications of this determination is important as it can have a significant impact on the finances of both parents. Talk to a Port St. Lucie… Read More »
Protecting a Child’s Inheritance During Divorce
In the midst of a divorce, people often experience financial worries. For some, this includes the desire to shield funds earmarked for children. If this is true for you, know that if you and your spouse have decided to part ways there are steps you can take to protect assets for your kids. This is… Read More »
When Are Uncontested Divorces Possible?
Dissolving a Florida marriage is sometimes associated with lengthy court battles and high emotional stress, but it doesn’t always have to be that way. For some couples, there is a more straightforward, amicable, and cost-effective path to ending their marriage. Talk to a Port St. Lucie family law attorney about uncontested divorce entails and… Read More »