Fort Myers Family Law Blog
How wording can affect prenups
When couples divorce, prenuptial agreements help to make the process a lot easier. Deciding on who gets what at the start of the marriage can lead to more peaceful property division at the end of it. However, there are also instances where prenuptial agreements become...
Consider the tax issues if divorcing after the age of 50
Divorce after the age of 50 is increasingly common, but it brings issues that affect older couples and women in particular. Women should pay special attention to tax implications, such as those associated with property division, illiquid assets, and alimony....
Do single-parent households face greater risks of poverty?
In most child custody cases, women are the sole or primary custodial parent. Despite increasing participation in the workforce and the fact that women, on average, are more highly educated than men, women still make less money. This holds true even for women in...
Pet custody decisions rise in divorces
More and more people today seem to have pets as part of their family than in prior generations. At the same time, the regard given to family pets has changed over time as it is more common today for people to consider their dogs or cats as members of their family, not...
What is durational alimony?
During the process of a divorce, it is common to have concerns about how you will do financially when things are over. If you do not have a job, then it is even more of a concern. It may be difficult for you to find work and make enough money to avoid financial...
How can I make it easier for children to cope with divorce?
Many parents make the mistake of tackling divorce as a relationship issue instead of a family issue. This often leads to excluding children from important decisions. Sometimes, couples become so caught up in the divorce process that children feel they do not receive...
Will your prenuptial agreement hold up in court?
Many couples sign a prenuptial agreement before getting married. This legal document can establish certain assets as separate property, designate how you and your spouse will share assets in a divorce and create a plan for spousal support. However, the court will not...
What are the basics of child custody in Florida?
Florida law governs the aspects of child custody, including legal rights, living arrangements and child support parameters. But the laws can be confusing for parents going through a divorce. An overview of the possible ways Florida courts award custody may help...
Tips for divorce self-care
We know that your divorce is a tumultuous time of transition. You may feel that you have a million things you have to take care of. At the same time, you are trying to meet your children's needs while also trying to deal with your own emotions. There are times that...
DO YOU HAVE GROUNDS TO MODIFY A SUPPORT OBLIGATION?
As this economic downturn continues, the attorneys and staff at Rubinstein & Holz are here to assist. If you are obligated to pay child support or alimony and your income has decreased due to an involuntary change in your job or income status, such as termination,...
