Category Archives: Divorce
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 »
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 »
Four Benefits of Collaborative Divorce in Florida
Preparing for a divorce? The collaborative law process may be the best option for helping you and your spouse reach an amicable, efficient resolution. Collaborative law (collaborative divorce) is a structured form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that offers a number of different benefits. At Williams & Varsegi, LLC, we have extensive experience navigating… Read More »
Could My Spouse Get a Share of My Medical Practice During Our Divorce?
Doctors The Florida Department of Health reports that there are nearly 90,000 physicians who hold a medical license to practice in Florida. Many of whom own their own professional practice. You may be wondering: Could my spouse be entitled to a share of my medical practice during our divorce? In Florida, the answer is… Read More »
Can a Spouse Claim a Share of Your Business If You are Getting Divorce in Florida?
It is hard to end a marriage—especially if you are a business owner. You may have a lot of questions or concerns about the future of your company, including: Can my spouse claim a share of my business? The answer depends largely on whether or not your company is deemed marital property or separate… Read More »
What Happens if Adoptive Parents End Up Filing for Divorce?
Adoption is a wonderful way to grow your family. Each year, thousands of couples in Florida finalize their adoption. You may be wondering: How does divorce work if there are adoptive parents? The short answer is that the divorce process for adoptive parents is not fundamentally different from the divorce process for any other… Read More »
Four Advantages of Keeping Your Hight Net Worth Divorce Out of Court
As difficult—and fiercely contested—as a divorce can be, most are settled outside of court. According to data cited by Forbes, only a small share of divorce are actually resolved through a trial. Indeed, as many as 98 percent of divorce cases nationwide end up being uncontested divorces. For high net worth couples, there are… Read More »
New Florida Family Law Rules Gives Some Divorcing Couples the Right to Waive the Filing of Financial Affidavits With the Court (Uncontested Divorce)
According to a report from the Florida Bar Association, the Florida Supreme Court will allow a new rule that grants some divorcing couples in the state the right to waive financial affidavit filing requirements. The rule—which takes effect later this year—is designed to help make the process less complex for some couples going through… Read More »
An Overview of How Florida’s 2023 Spousal Support Reform Changes Durational Alimony
Earlier this year, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a comprehensive spousal support reform package into law (Senate Bill 1416 (SB 1416)). The legislation brings dramatic changes to durational alimony in our state. While it can still be awarded in Florida, there are no more strict limitations on the length and amount of durational amount. Here,… Read More »
The Five Big Mistakes that Business Owners Should Avoid When Going Through a Divorce in Florida
Are you a business owner preparing to end your marriage in Florida? It is crucial that you develop a proactive plan to protect your company and your personal financial interests. Dealing with a business in a divorce can be especially daunting. Too many business owners in Florida make avoidable mistakes that adversely impact their… Read More »
