Spousal support, also called alimony, helps one person avoid financial trouble after divorce. The goal is to help both people cover their basic needs as they start living on their own. But not all support lasts the same amount of time. A court can order support for a...
When your ex ignores a court order, it hurts more than legal paperwork. It disrupts your life, children's schedules, and peace of mind. The good news is Florida law gives you explicit options to fix these problems. What counts as a court order violation? Before you...
Controversy surrounds legislative attempts to eliminate "permanent alimony" in Florida. Attempts to reform spousal support laws won't occur in 2021, but another attempt to eliminate the permanent support will likely happen in 2022. Opponents of the law have sought to...
Divorce is an emotional experience, but it is also a legal process with financial implications. When two Floridians decide to end their marriage, they must unweave the delicate web of their lives that has grown over the years of their marriage. They often benefit from...