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Job Loss and Support Obligations – What Do I Do?

If you have lost your job as a result of the COVID-19 downturn, you may be eligible for a temporary abatement or a permanent modification of your child support or spousal support obligation. The key is to request such a modification before it comes due!
By Elizabeth King

We Are Still Here to Help

Our firm continues to closely monitor and navigate in response to the ever-changing landscape of the COVID-19 Virus.
By Rice Law

Timeshares and Divorce

Many people across the nation and the world enjoy timeshares. This is where you partly own a property in another locale where you can spend time, usually at least once a year, and for a set period of time. But what happens to the timeshare when you and your spouse divorce? Since this is often considered a joint asset, you may have to make a decision on the shared property.
By Philip J. Bonamo, Esq. - Florida Board Certified Criminal Trial Law Attorney

Felony Convictions and Child Custody

There’s no “rule book” to life, and there are often instances in the past that people feel might come back to haunt their present and future situations. One of those considerations is how a felony conviction could affect child custody. Depending on the offense, you’re not necessarily out of luck in this regard.
By Philip J. Bonamo, Esq. - Florida Board Certified Criminal Trial Law Attorney

We Are Here To Help

We are here to help. Rice Law Firm is taking steps to keep you safe and healthy while we help you.
By Elizabeth King

Who Pays for College After a Florida Divorce?

Often times, spouses going through a divorce want to make sure their children’s college expenses will be paid for by one or both parents. However, Florida law regarding a parent’s duty to pay for their child’s college education may surprise you.
By Rice Law

Divorce Without Court

When your marriage is in trouble, the first thing to do is consult a marriage counselor or individual therapist. Engage in a few sessions to see if you can get strategies to resolve the issues between you. Many times, unhappy marriages are a symptom of deeper underlying patterns and a divorce may not be the answer. Try counseling even if your spouse is not interested. Do it for yourself. It is money and time well-spent, whether the marriage can be saved or not.
By Elizabeth King

Why You Shouldn’t Violate Probation

There are many reasons why you might be placed on probation. In most cases, the court will require certain actions from you, which are commonly known as “special conditions” of probation. Those special conditions couldinclude attending sessions on education, performing community service, attending drug or alcohol counseling, and more. You’ll also likely be required to […]

By Philip J. Bonamo, Esq. - Florida Board Certified Criminal Trial Law Attorney

How Cryptocurrency Complicates Dissolution of Marriage

All assets of a marriage are reviewed during a dissolution of marriage, including digital funds, as part of what is referred to as equitable distribution. Though not necessarily new, cryptocurrency has seen massive interest in recent years. You may have heard of Bitcoin, which remains the most popular format. While there are benefits to owning cryptocurrency, equitable distribution of assets during a divorce can become complicated when such is involved. That’s why you need by your side Ormond Beach attorneys who understand the changing landscape of finances as they pertain to a dissolution of marriage.
By Philip J. Bonamo, Esq. - Florida Board Certified Criminal Trial Law Attorney

Fraudulent Marriages and Post-Death Challenges

Family members can become vulnerable. This can be hard to accept, but oftentimes those we love fall ill or otherwise reach an advanced age where their mental capacities are diminished. They do not recognize that they may be a target for someone who is pretending to love them or care for them with the ulterior motive of gaining a quick inheritance.
By Matthew Shapiro, Daytona Beach Attorney