It does not always occur to divorcing parents to consider who can claim the children as dependents on their tax returns after the marriage is officially over. The IRS has specific rules that govern this question, but that do give the parties flexibility if they want...
In the Sunshine State, laws governing major court decisions regarding children’s lives require judges to make decisions that will be in children’s best interests. In fact, this is true all 50 states and in many international agreements, so you could say that...
Divorce is often a difficult experience in many different aspects. Some people come out on the other side reluctant to enter romantic – much less marital – relationships after the stress and pain they may have experienced. It can be very disconcerting when a marriage...
Today we continue our discussion about the challenges of being an active, smart and caring parent throughout the divorce process. When possible, engaging in healthy coparenting with your future ex will help guide your children through a potentially tough and confusing...
How will you guide and support your minor children through the divorce process? For most parents, this concern is top of mind despite their own personal and legal challenges that can arise during the proceedings. Today we share thoughts about how to better co-parent...
Summer vacation from school should be about fun, friends and family. But after divorce, the logistics can become complex and co-parenting with your ex-spouse when school is out stressful. Today we provide some tips about how to approach these issues in ways that help...
The question of a child’s paternity asks who the child’s biological father is. When the answer is either unknown or not legally established, the matter can end up in Florida state court for resolution in a paternity proceeding. A man who anticipates finding out...
“Nesting” is a creative living arrangement focused on the wellbeing of children of parents who separate or divorce. The inspiration is the behavior of actual bird parents when caring for their hatchlings. The chicks remain in their secure home nest while their mother...
In part 1, we introduced the scenario wherein a child refuses to spend time with one parent despite the requirements of a court-ordered visitation schedule. We discussed the very real parental concerns this can cause from the point of view of either parent. It is a...
It can be disconcerting for a parent when their child refuses to see the other parent for court-ordered visitation. For the parent handing the child over, the refusal can trigger a whole litany of parental fears. Could the child possibly face harmful, frightening,...
The LAW OFFICES OF FORREST & Forrest, PLLC represents individuals in Fort Lauderdale in high-asset divorce matters. Daniel Forrest is board-certified family lawyer and mediator serving the South Florida area.
