Category Archives: Divorce Lawyer
Different Types of Restraining Orders in Florida
The State of Florida has laws in place to protect the most vulnerable from harm and abuse. A restraining order, also known as an injunction or order of protection, is a legal tool individuals can utilize for protection against another individual. In this article, the Tampa domestic violence attorneys at Westchase Law, P.A. will… Read More »
What is a Bifurcated Divorce in Florida?
A bifurcated divorce is a divorce that’s split into two parts. The first part ends your marriage legally. The second part handles everything else. This includes property division, custody, alimony, and child support. This option is a good one for couples who can’t wait for the closure that finalizing their divorce brings but need… Read More »
What Happens When Your Divorce Goes To Trial in Florida?
In Florida, the majority of divorces are settled out of court through mediation. However, sometimes, you cannot avoid going to trial. Understanding the litigation process and how it works is essential to preparing your case and getting the best settlement. In this article, the Tampa, FL divorce lawyers at Westchase Law, P.A. will discuss… Read More »
How are Debts Divided in a Florida Divorce?
One question we’re often asked by clients is: what will happen to our collective debts following a divorce? Our team of experienced family law attorneys is here to help you through the process of divorce and let you know what you can expect from the proceedings. In this article, the Tampa, FL divorce attorneys… Read More »
What is an Uncontested Divorce in Florida?
If you’re considering getting a divorce in Tampa, FL, you may have run across the term “uncontested divorce.” But what exactly does it mean and how does it fit into the broader category of divorce in Florida? An uncontested divorce is when you and your soon-to-be former spouse agree on all aspects of your… Read More »
Am I Responsible for My Spouse’s Student Loan Debt if We Divorce?
In order to successfully answer this question, you have to understand the concept of the marital estate. That is what gets divided in the event of a Florida divorce. The marital estate begins the moment you get married and ends when your divorce petition is filed. If the student loans were accrued during the… Read More »
Factors Influencing Equitable Distribution in Florida
Dividing the marital estate is one of the most primary concerns during a divorce proceeding. The question then becomes: What Florida rules apply and how do the courts reach a decision when it comes to determining which assets go where? This is an important question, and unfortunately, it doesn’t have an easy answer. The… Read More »
Everything You Need to Know About Divorce and Credit Card Debt
Florida is an equitable distribution state meaning that assets and liabilities (debts) are not necessarily divided 50/50 during the divorce process. While there is a presumption that the courts should divide the marital estate 50/50, the court can (for legal reasons) award more the marital estate to one party than the other. Naturally, the… Read More »
My Spouse Refuses to Sign Divorce Papers! Now What?
One situation that Tampa divorce lawyers deal with on occasion involves one spouse who serves the other spouse with divorce papers, and the other spouse refuses to sign the papers because they don’t want the marriage to end. This can be an emotionally intense situation when the other spouse will not cooperate with the… Read More »
Making Decisions Together: Shared Legal Custody in Florida
If you have joint legal custody of your child, you may be wondering whether or not you have the legal authority to make decisions on your own. It’s important to understand that the Florida courts will award joint custody in the majority of situations. Under the law, there is a rebuttable presumption that joint… Read More »