Bring the complete picture of your marriage to your meeting with legal counsel Today we look at how to prepare for your first appointment with a family lawyer in anticipation of divorce. Of course, bring information, questions and goals. Also, be ready to tell the...
Dragging them into your Florida divorce could be a nightmare Without realizing it is even happening, a parent can begin to engage in behavior that may be harmful to the children of a marriage about to become a divorce. It is difficult enough for kids to handle the...
Divorce is a legal proceeding to produce a court order that terminates the economic and personal union of two people. While it is indeed an important legal matter, it is also a momentous emotional and personal milestone for the spouses and family involved. It would be...
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...
We love our dogs in Florida. Think of the pampered menagerie on any day at the beachfront promenade. From purebred to rescue, they easily become the center of the universe in many households. No surprise that the family pet – dogs, but also cats, horses and other...
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...
Have you gotten to the place where you know that divorcing your spouse is the right thing? But does your spouse disagree? This may put you in a difficult position but know that in Florida you do not need your spouse’s consent to get divorced. No-fault divorce Since...
During your Florida divorce proceedings – that stretch of time between deciding to end your marriage and having the official divorce decree in hand – you may feel adrift in uncharted territory. You are not together, but you are not yet separate. Both of you must make...
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.
