When you file a case in Lee County, Florida, your case will be immediately assigned to one of five family law judges. Each day, hundreds, if not thousands, of cases are pending in this jurisdiction. It is an unfortunate fact, but a reality that our court system faces. Now, the judge assigned to your case […]
The Effects Of Name Calling During A Divorce
When you are in the process of ending a relationship, it can be tempting to resort to name-calling and other behaviors that are not helpful to your situation. A common reaction to the stress of ending a relationship is to rename your former partner on your phone. While you may feel justified in assigning an […]
Understanding the UCCJEA in Florida
If you are a parent who is about to go through such proceedings as a divorce, a paternity action, or a post judgment case, then this blog is for you. Americans are a mobile people. We tend to move a lot. Whether that moving is for good reasons, or bad, the UCCJEA is something that […]
How Many Times Should I Expect To Have To Go To Court In My Divorce Case?
One of the things we hear asked quite often at the outset of a case is, “Am I going to have to go to court at all? And, if I do, how many times do you think I’ll have to go?” The reality right out of the gate here is that you’ve sought to subject […]
Should I File For Divorce Now or Wait?
Often times as a family law attorney, I find myself diving immediately into what the law says when talking to men about the potential of them filing for divorce. I begin analyzing the facts of my clients’ life and assessing what needs to be done to put him in a good position for the litigation. […]
How To Make The Most of Mediation
Virtually all family law cases are referred to mediation prior to being able to go to trial. This means that whether you are involved in a divorce, paternity, or post-judgment case, you will likely find yourself in the position of attempting to negotiate a settlement with your ex. There Are 4 Outcomes To Mediation full […]
Parenting With A Controlling Ex
It is always a difficult process to end a relationship with a controlling person. Many people have resorted to giving in to almost every demand during their relationship in order to avoid fights and causing scenes. However, if you have children, ending the romantic relationship does not necessarily end your contact with your ex – […]
Do I Need A Family Law Attorney?
Before embarking on the litigation process, it is important to know what kind of case you have, so that you understand what your attorney’s role is and what he or she can do for you. If you’re in trouble with the police, you likely have a criminal case and you may need representation for same. […]
Tips On How You Can Minimize Your Legal Fees
In family law, many clients feel as though their legal bill arises simply from “pushing papers”. However, clients should understand that there are certain documents that are required by the Court before their case can move forward. Attorneys provide the client with the list of documents that they will need to complete within a certain […]
Should I Sign The Birth Certificate If I’m Not Sure It’s My Child?
A lot of men come to us after finding out the unfortunate news that the child they once believed to be their own, happens to be the biological child of another man. For these men, the newly discovered evidence is shocking and is likely grounds to file for a disestablishment action. For other men, their […]