Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Pension, Defined Benefit Plans, And Divorce In Florida: A Guide To Your Rights
A pension is a fund into which money is added on behalf of an individual during their employment years to be drawn from during their retirement. A pension plan—and other retirement assets—can be difficult to deal with in a divorce. You may be wondering: Are pension benefits subject to property distribution in a Florida… Read More »
The Most Common Reasons Why A Prenup Might Not Stand Up In Court In Florida
A prenuptial agreement helps to determine how property & assets should be divided in the event of a divorce. While not all people sign these agreements, they are more common for high net worth couples. In Florida, prenups are enforceable—but only when certain criteria are met. A court may throw out part (or all)… Read More »
Four Underhanded Tactics To Be Aware Of In A High Conflict Divorce
Tens of thousands of married couples get divorced in Florida each year. While divorce always brings challenges, most families are looking for a relatively smooth and amicable separation. Unfortunately, there are some people who simply want a fight. If you are locked in a high conflict divorce case, you need to know how to… Read More »
Is Alimony Always Awarded In A High Net Worth Divorce In Florida?
High asset couples face some unique challenges in divorce. There are some important differences between high net worth divorces and other divorces. One notable difference is that alimony (spousal support/spousal maintenance) is substantially more likely to be awarded in a high income divorce case. That being said, alimony is not guaranteed. In this blog… Read More »
Dividing Real Estate In Divorce: Four Tips For High Net Worth Couples In Florida
High asset couples face some unique financial and logistical challenges in divorce. Often, high income married couples own complicated assets, including real estate. Many divorcing couples run into conflict and problems when trying to split up real estate. In this blog post, our Parkland, Boca Raton and Coral Springs divorce attorneys offer four tips… Read More »
You Can Protect Your Privacy With A Collaborative Divorce
Getting a divorce is never easy. A marital separation is a highly personal thing to go through. Similar to most people, you probably want to keep your divorce out of the public. Florida’s collaborative divorce process allows you and your spouse to resolve your separation in a formal setting, while keeping the details confidential…. Read More »
Divorce For Parents In Florida: What To Know About Parenting Plans
Going through a divorce is never easy. There are many complicated emotional, legal, and logistical issues that must be addressed and resolved. For parents, there is an added layer of complexity. To help facilitate a smooth transition, Florida law requires divorcing parents to develop a parenting plan. In this article, our Coral Springs and… Read More »
What to Know About the Use of Expert Witnesses in a High Net Worth Divorce Case
For high net worth couples, going through a divorce can be especially challenging. Not only is there more money at stake, but many high income couples own complex property and hard-to-value assets. For this reason, an expert witness may be called upon to bring clarity to a complicated financial matter. In this article, our… Read More »
Four Common Mistakes that Business Owners Make In Divorce in Florida
Divorce can be a stressful, confusing, and often overwhelming process. For business owners, ending a marriage can be especially challenging. There are many different complex issues that must be addressed and resolved. Unfortunately, many business owners make avoidable errors that undermine their own rights and interests. At Williams & Varsegi, LLC, we are adept… Read More »
High Net Worth Divorce in Florida: Why It is Important to Have a Plan
While ending a relationship is never easy, high net worth couples face some unique additional challenges. A high net worth divorce does not always have to be a nasty fight. Before filing for divorce, it is imperative that you make a plan. With a well-crafted strategy, you can effectively protect your rights, your interests,… Read More »
