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How May I Prepare Myself for My Upcoming Divorce or Custody Case?

If you are getting a divorce, or if you are involved in a custody case, it is a very good idea to keep a journal of what happens between you and your spouse. That way you have a record of the event as it happens. At that time, the event is fresh in your mind. In your journal, you should notate the d...

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Can I Get Divorced in Florida Even if My Spouse Does Not Want a Divorce?

Florida is a no fault state. Even if your spouse does not want a divorce, you may obtain one. Most good attorneys always ask their clients if they have been to marriage counseling. If they have not, a good attorney usually asks if counseling would help. If the client says he/she has been to coun...

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You’re Divorced, What Do You Do Next?

The judge signed your final judgment for dissolution of marriage. Your finally done. Or, are you? There are things that need to be done. What should you do next? It depends on what your final judgment says. There may be lots of things in your final judgment that you need to follow up with and ...

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What Steps Do I Go Through When I File for Divorce?

I have decided I want to get divorced. Now what should I do? You should consult with an attorney, CPA, financial planner, and in some cases you may be emotionally distraught and want to speak to a counselor too. Each divorce is different. Most attorneys will charge you a fee for an initial cons...

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Why Is It Important to Decide at the Time of Your Divorce Whether to Keep Your Name or Go Back to Your Maiden Name?

At the time of filing the petition of dissolution of marriage, you must plead that you want to go back to your maiden name if that is what you wish to do. If you want to keep your current name, you do not have to do anything. If you do not plead regarding your maiden name in your petition for diss...

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What is Collaborative Divorce?

The Collaborative conflict alternative resolution model is defined as a method of resolving dispute through structured assistance of collaborative professionals including lawyers, mental health professionals, and financial planners.[1] The parties and professionals enter into a contractual commitm...

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