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Women Who Pay Spousal Support in Florida on the Rise

Women who Pay Spousal Support on the Rise in Florida Typically, when the subject of alimony is brought up, people assume that women are the sole recipients and men are being saddled with lifetime alimony payments to their ex-spouses. In Florida, there are three types of alimony that are typically awarded. Read: Types of Alimony Awarded In Florida divorces, alimony is based upon not only the duration of marriage, but also based upon the need of one party, the ability…

Importance of Establishing Paternity Prior to Relocating with a Minor Child

Relocating without First Establishing Paternity If you are a mother of a child who was born out of wedlock and you relocate outside the state of Florida prior to a legal action being filed, the Father of the child can file a Petition to Establish Paternity with a request for relief that includes returning the child to Florida within six months of removing the child. So, just when you thought that taking that fantastic job out of the court’s jurisdiction…

Family Law Attorneys in Tampa Striving for Your Safe, Secure Future

Family Law & Divorce Attorney – Tampa, FL Facing Your Future with Confidence Nilo J. Sanchez & Associates PA Tampa Family Law & Divorce Attorneys understand that life planning sometimes doesn’t include things you’ve planned for. So, when life changes at 30 or 55 and familial conflicts or a divorce arises, we still believe that your future is still very much ahead of you. Whether you are a high net worth individual with no children or a stay at home…

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How to Divorce in Tampa Bay without Litigation

Resolving Family Law Matters in Tampa Bay without Court Intervention Family law encompasses many different practice areas. Generally, most family law cases are focused around issues that are related to divorce and children’s issues such as timesharing or “custody.” Within these areas there are financial matters that are often at the root of contention between the parties. Alimony, child support, property division and attorney fees are valid concerns and can keep parties from moving forward. Divorcing in Tampa Bay Without…

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Alimony Reform – Divorcing in Tampa Bay in 2019

Alimony Reform – Divorcing in Tampa Bay in 2019 For six years, the focus on alimony reform in Florida has been an issue that spouses who are divorced or are divorcing in Tampa Bay have been keeping an eye on. In April, SB1596 died in legislation. Any chance of alimony reform in Florida will have to wait until next year. This year, however, marked the new tax law for alimony and that had many couples who were divorcing in 2019…

Female Divorce Attorneys a Client’s Preference

Female Divorce Attorneys – A Client’s Preference The process of hiring a family law attorney is a very personal choice that should never be taken lightly. It should not simply be limited to an attorney’s experience as a negotiator or litigator but your comfort level should be considered. Hiring a Female Family Law Attorney in Tampa Bay Personal preferences must be considered when hiring a family law attorney. Legal matters such as divorce and child custody (time-sharing) can initiate varying…

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Sole Custody or Timesharing in Florida

Sole Child Custody in Florida In Florida Child custody is governed under Florida Statutes 61:13 . Florida courts typically lean more towards awarding shared parental responsibility and time-share, however they may order sole parental responsibility and restricted time-share when circumstances warrant it. It is very important for parents to first differentiate between time-share of the children and parental responsibility. Defining Physical Custody and Parental Responsibility in Florida Family Law It is important to note that shared parental responsibility is not…

Florida Custody Rights Unmarried Parents

Tampa Child Custody Lawyers Custody Rights of Unmarried Parents In Florida when children are born to married couples, the father of the child is presumed to be the husband. But, what are the legal custody rights of unmarried fathers? In Florida an unmarried father has no legal rights to custody or timesharing until paternity is established. Until paternity is legally established with the courts, the mother has sole, legal and physical custody of the child or children. For Prompt Assistance,…

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Violating Parenting Plans in Florida

Violating Parenting Plans in Florida In Florida, it is required for parents with children who are divorcing or establishing paternity to fill out a parenting plan. This parenting plan, once approved by the court, becomes a binding agreement which is enforceable by the court. Sometimes, it becomes a struggle for cooperation and abiding by a parenting plan. Unfortunately, in some cases, violations of parenting plans are constant, rather than an occasional thing. Interfering with Timesharing in Florida Sharing time with…

Alimony

Florida Alimony Quick Facts Alimony, child support and the division of assets and liabilities, tend to be the most concerning aspects to divorcing couples in Tampa Bay. Both men and women are entitled to seek alimony in Florida and both can be ordered to pay alimony in a Florida contested divorce. If you are divorcing or have been served with a petition for dissolution of marriage in a contested divorce, it would be wise to seek out the legal counsel and…