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 When we talk about vacations, we of course mean holidays like new year’s eve, Christmas, spring break, and indeed all periods that we traditionally understand to be part of national vacations. However, they can also mean trips that the children undertake with one of the parents, maybe to another country, to another city, and the list goes on. Vacations can be a wonderful occasion for both the parent and the children alike since they have the opportunity to share and bond without the stresses of work and school. Parents who have been divorced or separated from their spouse know that who gets to share with the kids during the vacation period can become an issue. Such a situation is far from uncommon, as parents many times struggle to get along or are in the middle of a divorce process that hasn’t finished yet, holidays with the kids can become a real source of pain and anxiety for the parents. Having said that, it is much better if the parents were to work together or at least agree...

Family cases tend to be complicated as a lot of issues have to be settled, including financial ones. Things like alimony, child support, asset division, and property have to be taken into consideration when contemplating a dissolution of a marriage. What makes it hard to settle such issues is that both parties will logically try to protect their finances, but nevertheless, transparency is key in these kinds of cases, and it’s there where mandatory disclosures come in. What are mandatory disclosures in Florida Mandatory disclosure is the process in which financial information is disclosed within both parties in a family law case. This procedure is established by the Florida Family Law Rule of Procedure 12.285, and the purpose of such rule is to ensure that each party will be fully informed about the financial circumstances of the other party, before any possible settlement of the case through mediation, negotiation, or trial. Mandatory disclosure must be exchanged by the parties w...

Grandparents tend to have a big impact on their grandchildren, as do grandchildren on their grandpas. When the relationship between the parents comes to an end, grandparents, who are greatly accustomed to having frequent access to their grandchildren, can be emotionally affected. In these cases, parents would have to give the grandparents visitation rights. In Florida, parents can choose not to allow grandparents to visit their children, and in such situations, it can be really difficult for grandparents to spend time with their grandchildren since they don’t have the fundamental right to visitation. There are however, exceptions to this rule, and in this article, we’ll go through them, to gain a better perspective overall. Can grandparents petition for visitation rights? In Florida, only in a few circumstances, a court will grant grandparents the right to visitation against the parents’ wishes. Under Florida Law, the visitation of grandparents and even step-grandparents is permitted w...

When entering a divorce, one thing that can be concerning to both spouses is finances. Sorting out finances during a divorce can be daunting when a couple has shared finances, assets, and liabilities, especially if they’ve been married for some time. During the process of sorting out finances, each spouse may wonder if they will need alimony to continue living the lifestyle they enjoyed while married. A Groveland Florida Divorce attorney can help discuss the possible options and if you may need alimony. 4 Types of Alimony in Florida When considering alimony payments, there are four types considered by the Florida courts. Bridge-the-Gap Alimony This type of alimony helps bridge the gap while spouses are transitioning from being married to being single. The goal is to meet short-term needs that are identifiable by the courts. The judge sees these needs as legitimate and necessary. A spouse who receives bridge-the-gap alimony cannot receive it for longer than two years. The amo...

  In Florida, both parents have “timesharing” with their children, which mean that there is no primary or secondary residential parent designation in the Florida Statutes. Parents who seek a divorce in Florida must decide on a time-sharing schedule, and in case they cannot reach an agreement on their own, the court will have to determine it based on the children’s best interests and taking into consideration factors enumerated in §61.13, Florida Statutes . Can parents decide their child’s time-sharing? Parents who divorce in Florida need to present a time-sharing plan before the court. Such a plan will be approved by the court only if they contain the following characteristics: 1. The division of the parents’ responsibilities and obligations. 2. The timesharing schedule detailing when and where the kid or kids will spend time each day. 3. Who will take responsibility for making critical decisions on behalf of the kids, suc...

In Florida, the timesharing schedule is part of a parenting plan that establishes where children live and when they spend time with each parent, and it is also known as the visitation schedule. Courts emphasize the importance of time-sharing plans that prioritize the child’s best interests while also maintaining the healthiest parent-child relationship possible. According to Florida guidelines, schedules should consider these flowing factors: ·        Minimize children’s disruption and loss. ·        Protect children from conflict. ·        Maximize the relationships between children and parent. ·        Ensure children’s security and stability. It is important to mention that there’s no “one size fits all”, and the terms will vary depending on the specific facts of each case, including how pa...

Alimony is one of the details that have to be worked through during a divorce. The courts use a variety of factors to determine if a spouse gets alimony as well as how much they will be awarded. Just one of the factors considered is infidelity. Here’s a look at factors that influence alimony decisions, including adultery. Factors Florida Courts Consider in Determining Alimony The court must first determine if alimony will be awarded to a spouse in a divorce. After determining that alimony is warranted, they must determine how much alimony will be awarded. Infidelity is just one of those factors. The alimony laws in Florida provide the courts with the power to determine if either spouse should be awarded alimony, as well as how much alimony they should be awarded. Some of the factors the court may consider include the following: The educational history, employability, vocational skills, and earning capacity of each spouse The physical and emotional condition a...