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Florida's Alimony Reform Bill Update
Florida's Alimony Reform Bill Update Mon, Jun 20, 2022 On June 17, 2022, the ‘Alimony Reform Bill’ that passed both chambers of the Florida legislature this past legislative session, was sent to Florida Governor DeSantis’ office for review. The Governor has until the end of this month to approve the bi... Read More

The Intersection of Probate and Wrongful Death Claims
The Intersection of Probate and Wrongful Death Claims Mon, Jun 06, 2022 Under Florida law, a personal representative (sometimes referred to as an “executor”) has a duty to pursue a wrongful death action on behalf of the decedent’s estate and the decedent’s survivors. There are two key takeaways from this edict. Read More

Domestic Violence Charges: Can They Be Dropped?
Domestic Violence Charges: Can They Be Dropped? Wed, Jun 01, 2022 If you’re facing domestic violence charges in Florida, you may be wondering if there is a chance they could be dropped. You have a good reason to hope for that — the consequences of a domestic violence conviction can be severe and lifelong. After you... Read More

The Penalties of Forgery in Florida
The Penalties of Forgery in Florida Wed, Jun 01, 2022 When people speak of forgery, they are referring to the attempt to defraud someone through the use of a false written document. Forgery does not only refer to handwriting. It also includes the production or alteration of any legally significant docum... Read More

Do I Need Other Professional Help?
Do I Need Other Professional Help? Wed, May 25, 2022 The goal of every good divorce lawyer is a final judgment dissolving the marriage, with the least financial and emotional impact for her client. No two divorces are exactly alike as each divorcing couple presents with a different set of facts. Read More

Part 2: Child Support: Other Factors to Consider
Part 2: Child Support: Other Factors to Consider Fri, May 13, 2022 After utilizing the statutory guidelines to calculate an amount of child support, there are several other factors that the court may consider before ordering a final amount. Every case is different and it is important to have an informed litigator to... Read More
By MaryCatherine Crock

Part 1: Child Support: How is it calculated?
Part 1: Child Support: How is it calculated? Tue, Apr 26, 2022 Child support is, often, one of the most integral portions of a dissolution or paternity matter. The court is able to determine and order both temporary and permanent child support. As a result, it is important to know what is considered in determini... Read More
By MaryCatherine Crock

Injunctions What's Next?
Injunctions What's Next? Tue, Mar 22, 2022 An Injunction was Denied/Issued: What Can I Do Next? When a Judgment for an Injunction (A.K.A. “restraining order”) is issued against you or denied unfavorably, there can be many legal and personal pitfalls that follow. As the Petitione... Read More
By MaryCatherine Crock

2022 Alimony Reform: Proposed Changes to Watch
2022 Alimony Reform: Proposed Changes to Watch Mon, Feb 21, 2022 Florida legislators are again proposing significant reforms to Florida’s alimony law. There is a new bill pending in the Florida legislature: Senate Bill 1796 (2022), which seeks to reform laws related to alimony and bifurcation of issues in a ... Read More
By MaryCatherine Crock

COVID Vaccinations for Children amid Shared Parental Responsibility
COVID Vaccinations for Children amid Shared Parental Responsibility Wed, Jan 19, 2022 Shared Parental Responsibility for the children of divorced parents is the public policy of the State of Florida, except in extreme situations. Shared Parental Responsibility requires that parents confer regarding all major decisions involving the ch... Read More

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