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Associate Attorney MaryCatherine Crock and Partner Philip Bonamo (pictured) attended on August 25, 2023, the Volusia County Bar Association's (VCBA) Annual Meeting & Induction of Officers and Directors held at The Daytona Marriott at One Daytona. Ms. Crock is currently a Director of the VCBA. Mr. Bonamo is a past Director and a past President of the VCBA.

Divorce, although common, is an often complicated and emotionally charged process. Understanding the intricacies involved, particularly when it comes to serving divorce papers, is critical. This comprehensive guide, designed for residents navigating the Volusia County family law system, aims to shed light on the various stages of this crucial process under Florida law. Commencing the […]

Navigating the landscape of high-net-worth divorces can be an arduous journey, layered with complexities and intricate legal stipulations. At the Daytona Beach-based Rice Law Firm, our team of seasoned attorneys are well-versed in handling the unique challenges that these high-asset divorces pose. This article will delve into five key elements of high-net-worth divorce proceedings, shedding […]

When facing a significant life transition such as divorce, choosing the right Daytona Beach divorce lawyer is a critical initial step. This process, often fraught with emotions, demands the guidance of a skilled and experienced legal advisor to help you navigate the intricate landscape of family law. This comprehensive guide aims to assist you in […]

Parenting and time-sharing agreements often encompass an array of topics which may arise when navigating the world of co-parenting. Often, the topics which come to mind first are time-sharing, child support, and parental responsibility. However, some of the less common issues can prove just as important when preempting disagreements and issues between the parties.
Rice Law Attorney MaryCatherine Crock attended the Women2Women Spring Luncheon hosted by the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce. With over two hundred attendees, women from all types of careers were able to come together, network, and share their experiences.
Florida Statute 61.30 dictates the terms and requirements surrounding retroactive child support. Retroactive, or otherwise known as “back-owed,” child support, can be ordered relative to a certain period of time.
Often attorneys are asked, “Is the Court able to make them pay my attorney’s fees?” Clients are often concerned whether or not the opposing side will be made to pay attorney’s fees or whether they will be made to do so for the other side.
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Paul Rice, Philip Bonamo and MaryCatherine Crock of the Rice Law Firm attended the Florida Bar’s annual Marital & Family Law Review Course on January 27th and 28th of 2023 at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Orlando, Florida. This annual seminar had over 20 speakers presenting on various divorce and family law topics to an audience of almost 2,000 family law attorneys and judges. In addition to learning the latest developments in marital and family law, the attendees earned 17 hours of continuing legal education. The Rice Law Firm is headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida and represents spouses and parents in Volusia, Flagler, Seminole, Brevard, St. Johns and Putnam counties.