Monthly Archives: February 2025
Am I Responsible For My Spouse’s Student Loan Debt If We Divorce?
To successfully answer this question, you have to understand the concept of the marital estate. The marital estate is what’s divided during a Florida divorce. The marital estate begins accruing property the moment you get married and ends when you file your divorce petition. If the student loans were accrued during the marriage, that… Read More »
How Does Military Divorce Differ From Civilian Divorce In Florida?
Are you or your spouse a member of the U.S. military? Are you seeking a divorce in Florida? If so, you need an attorney who specializes in military divorce. While civilian divorces can often be complicated, military divorces can be governed by state, federal, and even international laws that require a specialized knowledge of… Read More »
Husband Seeks To Eliminate Permanent Alimony Paid To Wife
In 2023, the Florida legislature did away with permanent alimony for spouses. No longer can you petition the court for permanent alimony. There are other forms of alimony available under the law, but they only last for a set period of time depending on the length of the marriage. In Florida, there is no… Read More »
Husband Found In Contempt For Failing To Pay Half Of Children’s College Tuition
Marriage settlement agreements can contain all kinds of provisions. In one case, Davis v. Davis, the marital settlement agreement appeared to contain a provision that required the husband to pay half of his children’s college tuition. When he failed, he was found in contempt of court. The husband appealed the ruling finding him in… Read More »
