Child CustodyJan 20, 20267 min read
Can I Move Out of State With My Child After Divorce in Florida?
Florida relocation laws require court approval or the other parent's consent to move 50+ miles with your child. Learn the requirements.
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20 articlesProperty DivisionJan 20, 202612 min read
Typical Divorce Settlement in Florida: What to Expect (2026 Guide)
Learn what a typical divorce settlement looks like in Florida. Understand average outcomes for property division, alimony, child support, and custody arrangements.
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Property DivisionJan 20, 20267 min read
Can My Spouse Take My Retirement in a Florida Divorce?
Yes, retirement accounts earned during marriage are marital property in Florida. Learn how 401(k)s, pensions, and IRAs are divided.
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Divorce BasicsJan 20, 20266 min read
How to Serve Divorce Papers in Florida: Complete Guide
Learn the legal requirements for serving divorce papers in Florida, including personal service, service by mail, and service by publication.
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Divorce BasicsJan 20, 20265 min read
Can I Date During My Divorce in Florida?
Technically legal, but dating during divorce can affect custody, alimony, and settlement. Learn the risks before you start dating.
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Divorce BasicsJan 20, 20265 min read
What Is Simplified Dissolution of Marriage in Florida?
Simplified dissolution is Florida's fastest divorce option. Learn requirements, process, and whether you qualify.
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Property DivisionJan 20, 20268 min read
How to Protect Your Assets in a Florida Divorce
Legal strategies to protect your assets in Florida divorce. Learn what's protected, what's at risk, and how to safeguard your interests.
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Property DivisionJan 20, 202610 min read
Who Gets the House in a Divorce with Children in Florida?
When children are involved in a Florida divorce, who gets the marital home? Learn how courts decide and what factors favor keeping the family home.
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Property DivisionJan 20, 20269 min read
Do You Have to Sell Your House in a Divorce in Florida?
Must you sell the marital home in a Florida divorce? Learn your options: buyout, deferred sale, keeping the house, and when selling is required.
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Child CustodyJan 20, 202611 min read
Is Florida a 50/50 Custody State? Time-Sharing Laws Explained (2026)
Learn about Florida's custody laws. Is it really 50/50? Understand time-sharing presumptions, how judges decide, and what to expect for your parenting plan.
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Divorce BasicsJan 20, 202610 min read
New Divorce Laws in Florida: 2024-2025 Changes You Need to Know
Florida divorce laws changed significantly in 2023-2024. Learn about alimony reform, custody updates, and how these new laws affect your divorce.
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PaternityJan 20, 202612 min read
Florida Paternity Petition: Establish Custody & Support for Unmarried Parents (2026 Guide)
Complete guide to filing a paternity petition in Florida. Learn how unmarried parents establish legal custody, time-sharing, and child support. $595 flat-fee filing available.
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PaternityJan 20, 202610 min read
Served with Paternity Papers in Florida? How to Respond (2026 Guide)
What to do when you're served with a paternity petition in Florida. Learn your 20-day deadline, how to file an Answer, and protect your parental rights. $395 flat-fee response.
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PaternityJan 20, 20269 min read
Florida Paternity Counterpetition: Request Your Own Custody Terms (2026 Guide)
When to file a counterpetition in a Florida paternity case. Learn how to request your own custody, time-sharing, and support terms. $495 flat-fee counterpetition.
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Child CustodyJan 20, 202614 min read
Florida Relocation Petition: Moving 50+ Miles with Your Child (2026 Guide)
Complete guide to Florida Statute 61.13001 relocation requirements. Learn how to legally move with your child, notice requirements, and what happens if the other parent objects.
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Divorce BasicsJan 20, 202611 min read
Florida Motion for Temporary Relief: Emergency Court Orders During Divorce (2026 Guide)
How to get emergency temporary orders in Florida family court. Child support, custody, exclusive home use, and more while your divorce is pending. $995 flat fee.
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Property DivisionJan 20, 202613 min read
Florida Prenuptial Agreement: Protect Your Assets Before Marriage (2026 Guide)
Complete guide to prenuptial agreements in Florida. Learn requirements for enforceability, what can be included, and how to protect your assets. $995 flat-fee prenup.
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Property DivisionJan 20, 202611 min read
Florida Postnuptial Agreement: Protect Assets After You're Already Married (2026 Guide)
Can you get a prenup after marriage? Yes—it's called a postnup. Learn how married couples in Florida can protect assets with a postnuptial agreement. $995 flat fee.
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Name ChangesJan 20, 202612 min read
Florida Adult Name Change: Complete Legal Guide (2026)
How to legally change your name in Florida as an adult. Learn the petition process, fingerprint requirements, and court hearing steps. $1,495 full-service representation.
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Name ChangesJan 20, 202611 min read
Florida Child Name Change: How to Change a Minor's Name (2026 Guide)
Complete guide to changing a child's name in Florida. Learn consent requirements, what happens if one parent objects, and the court hearing process. $1,495 full representation.
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