Under section 61.075, Florida Statutes, the distribution of marital assets should be equal unless there is a justification for an unequal distribution. One of the factors a court will consider when determining whether to order an unequal distribution is “the intentional dissipation, waste, depletion, or destruction of marital assets after the filing of the petition […]
Florida Statutes create the guidelines for establishing parenting plans within the best interests of the child/ren. However, there are provisions that can accommodate what the statute fails to address and assist parties moving forward. An example of that type of provision is how to manage the decision making that comes with your child’s after school […]
Most kids can hardly wait for summer break. They look forward to sleeping in a bit, spending time with friends, having fun at the beach or theme parks, and going on vacation. Without the daily structure provided by school, summer time-sharing can present challenges for many parents and some extra difficulties for families experiencing divorce […]
Our team at Rice Law Firm understands that divorce constitutes one of life’s most difficult transitions. We strive to help our clients through the twists and turns of this complex legal process while providing empathetic representation every step of the way. Are you curious what to expect in the process of preparing to dissolve your […]
When you need help with a family law issue, such as a dissolution of your marriage, a paternity action, or a modification of the final judgment in your Family Law case, there are distinct advantages to hiring a local family law attorney. Relationships With Local Judges and Attorneys A local family attorney has built relationships […]
Navigating child custody matters can be one of the most emotionally challenging experiences for parents in Volusia County. When the well-being of your children and your relationship with them is at stake, having experienced legal representation becomes not just helpful, but essential. A knowledgeable Volusia County attorney specializing in family law can make all the […]
Florida Statutes create the guidelines for establishing parenting plans within the best interests of the child/ren. However, there are some frequent provisions that can be put in place that arent always spelled out within the statute. An example of that type of provision is the right of first refusal. The right of first refusal is […]
The Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure establish the guidelines and rules for the discovery process in any family law matter. The rules include what may or may not need to be disclosed, what remedies one can seek for discovery violations or protective orders, and some other niche issues which may come about in a […]