How is Debt Handled During a Divorce? When people are getting divorced, they often wonder who will get the family home, business interests, assets, and other property. However, many people fail to consider how they will divide their debts in a divorce. Most married couples have some type of debt, and the debts you willRead more

Do Stepparents Have Rights? The picture of the “average” American family has changed significantly in recent years, and millions of people are living in family units that involve stepparents and stepchildren. In fact, according to US Census Bureau statistics, 1300 new stepfamilies are formed every day. Stepparents and stepchildren can form bonds that are justRead more

Can an Arrest Impact Your Custody or Time-Sharing Plan? Getting arrested can be stressful for anyone, though you may have additional concerns if you share custody of your children. It is common to wonder whether your arrest will affect your time-sharing rights, and the answer will depend on the specifics of your situation. You shouldRead more

How the Tax Laws for 2019 Could Affect Your Divorce When you’re facing divorce or in the midst of a divorce case, that last thing on your mind is probably your taxes. However, taxes can affect divorce negotiations in many ways, and can often help determine how you and your spouse resolve certain issues. TheRead more

Who Claims Children as Dependents after a Divorce? As tax season is upon us, everyone is looking for ways to reduce their tax bill and receive a refund, and claiming one or more dependents on your taxes can significantly limit your tax liability. Only one person can claim each individual child, however, so what happensRead more

Is There a Benefit to Filing for Divorce First? If You Have Questions About the Divorce Process in Florida, Call Our Tampa Attorney for Answers You can Trust If you are thinking about filing for a divorce in Florida, you may have questions about how the process works. In addition to wondering about things likeRead more

Importance of Having a Divorce Plan Seeking a Divorce in Tampa? Our Lawyer can Assist You in Creating a Comprehensive Divorce Plan that Protects Your Best Interests Divorces can be complicated, emotional, trying, and downright messy. Through the thick of it all, staying calm and sticking to a plan, if you have one, can help.Read more

Is Parental Alienation a Crime in Florida? Going through a divorce or separation can be difficult and emotional. This is often made even more complex if the separating couple has a shared child or children. When children are part of the family, the couple needs to make a decision about with whom the child willRead more

If My Teenager Gets Charged with a DUI, What are the Consequences in Florida? Drinking and driving is never a good idea, but for those under 21 years of age, the legal age to consume alcohol in Florida and nationwide, the state of Florida maintains a zero-tolerance policy. Under this policy, those who are underRead more

Will Criminal Charges Impact My Driving Privileges? Call Our Skilled Criminal Defense Lawyer to Protect Your Right to Drive Being charged or/and convicted of a crime can have serious consequences. Indeed, if you are convicted of a crime, you may face administrative and criminal penalties, like jail time and large fines, and even if youRead more