Although it’s not recommended for everyone, trusts can sometimes be used for tax planning and equitable distribution if the situation calls for it.
Legal Issues
How a Biological Father May Be Denied Paternal Rights in Florida
Learn more about paternal rights in Florida, as biological fathers may run into difficulties if their children are born during an intact marriage.
Pet Visitation: Is It Worth the Trouble?
When it comes to pets, particularly dogs, people consider them to be a part of the family and are reluctant to part ways during a divorce. As a result, pet visitation clauses have become increasingly common. The problem is pet visitation clauses often become more trouble than they are worth, particularly when a divorce is […]
Divorce Attorney Checklist: 4 Things to Look for in a Lawyer
A cheat guide on what to look for before you hire a divorce attorney, including questions you should ask to determine compatibility and affordability.
5 Things You Should Know About Bankruptcy and Divorce
Divorce can be draining on your emotions and affect your life more than you imagined. If bankruptcy is piled on top of it, it can become even more stressful. If you and your spouse have made the decision that divorce is your best option, your finances could be affected, as divorce is commonly cited as […]
Justice in Family Law: 6 Things to Expect from a Good Judge
Divorce attorneys and judges are helping people at the worst times in their lives. Kind leadership from a good judge is helpful through the divorce process.
Will the Trump Presidency Have Any Impact on Family Law?
Lately, I have been thinking about whether the Trump presidency will have any impact on the various issues that we as family law attorneys and the public are faced with when dealing with divorce, custody, and other personal issues. The following are some questions and thoughts on this issue. 8 Things a Trump Presidency Can […]
Heroin and Ohio’s Zombie Apocalypse
Are some grandparents, caregivers, neighbors, educators, and relatives facing a real “zombie apocalypse”? The Heroin and Ohio Problem For years I have heard about a “Zombie Apocalypse.” I generally understood the concept, using my “knowledge” of zombies gained from popular movies and television shows. The probability of an actual zombie apocalypse, though, seemed to be […]
How Divorce Law Has Changed Over the Years: Then vs. Now
Many years ago, divorce in most of the U.S. was based upon fault. Today, we take a look at how divorce law has changed those rules since then.
The Fiduciary Duty of Disclosure in Divorce: Why You Must Comply
If you’re going through a divorce, it’s important to remember your fiduciary duty of disclosure, including assets and debts. Here’s why!
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