Asset Division & Protection

The Approach to Modifying Spousal Support There are basically two sides for initiating a modification for spousal support. One side (the payer) may petition for a reduction in the amount that is paid to the ex-spouse, or even petition for immediate termination or a revision to the termination date....

Can Spousal Support Be Modified After a Florida Divorce? This is a common question raised by either party (the one receiving support or the one paying support) in a divorce. The simple answer is yes, Florida Statutes does allow for modification or even termination of most types of spousal support ...

Spousal Support is Not a Cut and Dry Issue Under Florida divorce law, spousal support may be awarded under certain situations to either the wife or the husband. Spousal support is not meant to be punitive. Instead, it is sometimes awarded to help the lower earner- whether that is the husband or the...

Equitable Does Not Necessarily Mean Equal The division of marital assets can be one of the toughest and most complex aspects of a divorce. In a Florida divorce assets must be identified, disclosed, and then divided equitably between the spouses. It is very important to note that the word used rega...

Now is Not the Time to Learn on the Go Divorce is a complicated and emotional time. This is not the time for you to try to figure things out on your own. If you do, you can make damaging mistakes that will drastically affect your outcome. The attorneys of In Law We Trust Divorce and Family Lawyers ...

Primary Issues in Every Divorce If you are considering divorce you may be wondering just how to proceed. As a start, first understand and prepare yourself for the fact that that there are two primary issues that apply to every divorce and another two additional primary issues that apply when there...

Family Law 101 Family law is the legal practice that focuses on issues involving family relationships including divorce, child custody, paternity, and adoption. Attorneys practicing family law represent their clients in family court proceedings and in related negotiations. A family law attorney wil...

Division of Debts During Divorce During a divorce in Florida, certain assets are subject to division by the courts. The same is true for the division of debts and that can include everything from credit cards to your mortgage. However, there are debts that are not subject to division and they are c...