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What is the Dissipation of Assets in a Florida Divorce?

By Westchase Law P.A. |

Adultery is one of the most common reasons for divorce. However, Florida is a no-fault state when it comes to divorce. That means that fault-based grounds are not considered by the court when determining the division of assets. In Florida, the only legal grounds for divorce is the breakdown of the marriage colloquially known… Read More »

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What is Parental Alienation Syndrome?

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When divorcing parents have children it adds an incredible amount of stress to the divorce. Rights to the children are often a contentious part of the divorce proceedings. In some cases, one parent will use the children as a battleground in the divorce proceedings. They will say awful things about the other parent in… Read More »

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Co-Parenting Apps Help Facilitate Communication Between Spouses

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Co-parenting after a divorce is not always a simple process, but there are tools at your disposal that can help produce a better result. Phone apps are now available that help parents communicate. Some of them even have tone meters to determine how your words are coming across. These digital apps are designed specifically… Read More »

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Cryptocurrency and Your Tampa, FL Divorce

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Cryptocurrency has seen its fair share of ups and downs recently. Not too long ago, it was considered an unusual investment choice. Today, however, cryptocurrency investment has become more mainstream. For that reason, it has played a role in many Florida divorces. In this article, the Tampa, FL divorce lawyers at Westchase Law, P.A…. Read More »

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Protecting Your Business with a Prenuptial Agreement in Florida

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In Florida, when a couple divorces, all properties that were acquired during the marriage are a part of the marital estate. However, what many individuals do not know is that the accrued value of a business is also considered a part of the marital estate. As an example, if you started a business that… Read More »

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Am I Responsible for My Spouse’s Student Loans?

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To understand the answer to this question, you must be familiar with the concept of the marital estate. The marital estate includes all assets and debts that were acquired during the marriage. In cases where a spouse went to college before marrying, all of that debt would be part of their own estate. In… Read More »

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Debunking Myths Concerning Mediation in a Florida Divorce

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Many Florida residents have some interesting opinions when it comes to mediating a divorce. Suffice it to say, these opinions do not reflect the reality of the situation. In Florida, couples are required by law to attempt mediation. If mediation doesn’t work out, then the case may proceed to litigation which is the type… Read More »

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What is a Domestic Violence Injunction?

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Domestic violence is defined as any assault or battery upon a household member. This can include assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping, sexual assault, sexual battery, or stalking. When domestic violence occurs, the victim can petition the court for a domestic violence injunction colloquially referred to as a restraining order. In… Read More »

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How Do I Prepare for Divorce Mediation in Tampa, FL?

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Mediation is the most popular way to end a marriage in Florida. The Florida courts will require divorcees to attempt mediation before bringing the matter before the courts. In mediation, you will meet with an attorney who will help you negotiate a settlement for your divorce. In this article, the Tampa, FL divorce mediation… Read More »

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Child Custody Disputes and Your Tampa Divorce

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It sometimes happens that one spouse in a divorce makes allegations against the other spouse related to their conduct toward the children. It also happens that one spouse uses custody as a means of hurting the other parent. In these cases, you want to be very careful about how you proceed. The court will… Read More »

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