Protecting Digital Assets in a Divorce: What Florida Couples Need to Know in 2024

Divorce in the digital age is a whole different ballgame. Gone are the days when splitting assets just meant dividing the family home, the cars, and maybe the dog. Now, in 2024, we have to talk about the elephant in the room: digital assets. Yep, that’s right — your Bitcoin, your NFT collection, and even your shared Netflix password might be up for negotiation. So, grab your phone (you might want to check your crypto balance while you read this), and let’s dive into what couples undergoing divorce in Florida need to know about protecting their digital assets. The Rise of...

08 October

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Protect Your Important Documents Before Hurricane Milton

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Florida is the land of sun, beaches, and, of course, hurricane season. While you're stocking up on bottled water and candles, there's one thing you shouldn’t forget: your important legal documents. We’re talking about your insurance policies, marriage certificates, and anything else you want to keep safe. Let’s get into how you can protect these papers as well as yourself from Florida’s fury. Insurance Documents: Your Ticket to Rebuilding Hurricane Helene gave us all a harsh reminder that these storms can be unpredictable and merciless, leaving damage in their wake. After a storm, one of the first things you'll want on hand...

01 October

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Legal Considerations Before Saying “I Do” to Same-Sex Marriage in Florida

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in Family Law

Congratulations, you've finally said ‘YES’ to your soulmate, and just cannot wait to make it official. But hang on… There is something even more important to discuss before you decide nuptial date or between a beach sunset or a chic urban loft for your venue—legal concerns for same-sex couples tying the knot in Florida. We agree it’s not as fun as cake tasting, but it’s definitely more important than arguing over DJ playlists or guest lists. Understanding the Legalese Great news, for same-sex lovebirds! The United States has now recognized same-sex marriage as legal across, following a landmark Supreme Court ruling in 2015. So, all...

20 September

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How to Handle a Divorce in Florida When You Have Special Needs Children

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in Divorce

Going through a divorce can be like waking up to a nightmare after the fairy tale dream of ‘happily ever after’. Imagine it as paddling a boat through stormy seas, except that with a special needs child, those sea waves get even larger. But there is a silver lining to the dark shadowy cloud of divorce…. With adequate guidance, you can leverage Florida’s legal system to undergo divorce smoothly. If you're going through a divorce with a special needs child, then this guide will help. Let's explore the steps you need to take to ensure your child is well cared for, now...

09 September

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How to Change Your Name After Divorce in Florida: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Yourself Back

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in Divorce

Want to hit the refresh button on your name after a divorce? Well, in Florida, changing your name post-divorce is like choosing a new hat at a beach shop—exciting, personal, and totally up to you! Let’s dive into this breezy guide on how to change your name after divorce, Florida-style. Decide on the New You First up, make a decision. Want to revert to your maiden name? Dreaming of something entirely new? Revising your name after divorce in Florida is an excellent way to reclaim your identity or begin afresh in your new life— similar to being reincarnated and getting a chance to...

27 August

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Exploring the Role of Parenting Coordinators in Florida

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in Family Law, Uncategorized

Stuck in a place where undergoing divorce in Florida seems like a maze? Well, things might go even worse post-divorce if kids are involved! In the sunny state of Florida, the rough seas of post-divorce parenting can be as tricky as a flamingo balancing on one leg. And here’s where the Parenting Coordinator (PC) comes into the picture, functioning as a guide you never knew you needed to resolve those parental disputes, preventing your kids from suffering at the hands of divorce. Who Are Parenting Coordinators? Imagine a superhero whose superpower is turning chaos into cooperation. That's a parenting coordinator. Florida law gives...