Most folks are familiar with the terms “adoption” or “foster care”. We know these terms involve caring for children and/or making them a permanent part of our family. Are you familiar with the term “guardianship”? You may not be as familiar with it as the other two, but chances are you will have the occasion […]
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Divorce and Family Law
Have you ever witnessed a friend or family member go through the divorce process? I bet you heard them say they were going to be civil going through the divorce. And as the situation went through the courts, the civility went by the wayside. Divorces are not typically civil. They deal with the most emotional […]
Does My Spouse Need a Power of Attorney?
There are many reasons for a spouse to have power of attorney. The rights awarded to a spouse on the basis of the legal contract of marriage is more limited than you might think. A power of attorney will grant the spouse the authority to make decisions in the event the other spouse is unable […]
Everything You Need to Know about Prenuptial Agreements
While not legally necessary to have in place before marriage, once in place it is legally binding. Also known as a prenup, this legal document is a safeguard in the event your marriage falls into the half of all marriages that end in divorce. Compared to what you would spend on your marriage, prenups are […]
How a Mediator Can Help Your Litigation Claim Avoid Further Costs
By the time you have decided to submit a claim to the Florida Court system, you will have been paying out pocket. Throughout the process, there are attorney’s fees, document submission fees and more. You have to ask yourself if the claim is worth pursuing. Once you get through the four basic stages of litigation: […]