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Can I Challenge a Prenup in Florida?
Prenuptial agreement (prenup) is a legally binding contract created before marriage that outlines how assets, debts, and other financial matters will be handled in the event of a divorce. Prenups can be legally enforceable in Florida. With that being said, you have the right to challenge a prenup. At Williams & Varsegi, LLC, we… Read More »
Tax Issues that You Should Be Prepared for in a High Net Worth Divorce in Florida
Divorce can be very complicated for high net worth couples. The end of a marriage can raise a number of different challenging financial issues, including tax obligations. At Williams & Varsegi, LLC, we are committed to protecting the best interests of clients. Here, our Boca Raton divorce attorneys highlight key tax issues to be… Read More »
How Does Child Support Work in a High Net Worth Divorce Case in Florida?
Are you a parent of kids or teenagers who is preparing for a divorce? Child support will be a key issue in your case. Child support is a financial payment made by one parent to the other to contribute to the costs of raising their child after a divorce/separation. Florida has child support guidelines…. Read More »
Is Spousal Support Awarded in Every High-Net Worth Divorce Case in Florida?
Are you getting divorced in Florida? If you are part of a high-net worth couple, it is imperative that you understand our state’s rules and regulations for spousal support. Also known as alimony, spousal support is a payment made from the financially advantaged party to the financially more vulnerable party during or after a… Read More »
My Alimony Payment is Late—What Should I Do?
Under Florida law (Florida Statutes § 61.08), a spouse may be awarded durational alimony following a divorce. Durational alimony in Florida is a form of spousal support awarded for a specific period based on the length of the marriage. What happens if your spouse missed a durational alimony payment? You have the right to… Read More »
We are Getting Divorced in Florida—What Happens to Our Debt?
Are you preparing for a divorce in Florida? Similar to many other couples, you may have a debt that you need to divide in order to finalize your separation. Splitting up debt can be a challenging, sometimes even contentious issue. Here, our Boca Raton equitable distribution lawyer explains the key points to know about… Read More »
Common Misconceptions About Uncontested Divorce in Florida
Are you preparing to end your marriage in Florida? Similar to most people, you probably want to find the easiest path forward. That generally means an uncontested divorce. Settling a divorce can save time and money and reduce stress. At Williams & Varsegi, LLC, we have extensive experience with uncontested divorce. Within this article,… Read More »
I Know My Ex is in a New Relationship—Can I Stop Paying Alimony?
Are you paying alimony in Florida? If your former spouse recently entered a new relationship, you may have questions about whether or not you have to keep making payments. The short answer is that you automatically halt payments unless your ex got remarried. If they are in a new, non-marital relationship, you may be… Read More »
Why Collaborative Divorce is Often a Great Option for High-Net Worth Couples in Florida
For high net worth couples, getting a divorce can be especially challenging. Not only is there more at stake financially, but high income couples often own complex assets—from real estate to retirement accounts to business interests. The collaborative law process can be a great option in these cases. Here, our Boca Raton high net… Read More »
Three Reasons Why There Could Be an Unequal Division of Assets in a Divorce in Florida
Florida is an equitable distribution standard (Florida Statutes § 61.075). A divorcing couple’s marital assets will be split equitable—it may or may not be an equal (50/50) split. You may be wondering: Why would there be an unequal distribution of assets? The answer is that this can happen in a number of different situations… Read More »
