Here in Central Florida the courthouses for Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Volusia, Polk, and Lake County have postponed civil trials for family law cases. It is unclear when trials will resume. What Are The Alternatives to Trial? The best alternative to trial is a...
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Don’t want your ex-spouse to end up as your business partner? Here’s how to guard what’s likely your most valuable financial asset.
Our home and business are probably the most valuable financial assets you own. You've spent countless hours and resources nurturing and growing your business. Your business can feel that it is as much a part of you , as your family. But did you know that you might be...
FACING DIVORCE AND THE IMMIGRATION PROCESS (pathways that allow families to stay geographically together and legally divorced)
We live in a global world and this has increased the number of international marriages. We may meet our spouse in college as an exchange student, at work for a business that has multi-national business interest or may spend extended periods outside the United...
In a Florida divorce, what factors are considered with alimony?
For Florida couples who are getting a divorce, there will be a litany of issues that will be of concern throughout the process. First and foremost are children, which parent will have custody and how the support agreement will be handled. Other aspects might not seem...
Helping Orlando spouses work through divorce issues
For many married couples in Florida, the decision to end their union is carefully considered, calculated, and deliberated. Unfortunately, this process is not always entered into with a calm mind and well thought out decisions. In a high-conflict situation, emotions...
Increased divorce filings seen after the New Year
There are many things on a person's mind during the holiday season. While it is a time of family, togetherness and celebration, it may also be a time that signifies a major transition for some couples. Although divorce is often not a positive experience, getting...
A late in life divorce can have ramifications for your retirement
If you're like a lot of Floridians, then you've spent your entire life building your wealth to prepare yourself for retirement. As gratifying as that accumulation can be, it can also serve as a punch to the gut when that wealth is threatened by divorce. This is...
We can help address immigration and family law issues
If you're an immigrant and have been following the news, then you might be concerned about your future. On account of this, you may be afraid to take any kind of action that might draw attention to your immigration status. This includes divorce. Although proposed...
Can divorce affect my immigration status?
Divorce can be emotionally tumultuous for anyone, but immigrants oftentimes find the process even more anxiety-ridden than others. There's good reason, too. Depending on the circumstances, a divorce can disrupt an immigrant's path to legal permanent resident status,...
Am I obligated to pay spousal support to my immigrant spouse? . . . MAYBE
Many U.S. citizens and permanent residents are shocked after they divorce their immigrant spouse, to realize what they signed on to with USCIS Form I-864, the Affidavit of Support. It creates an obligation for the sponsor to annually support the immigrant at an amount...