FAQs Written By Professionals in Florida

Financial/Property Concerns:

• "What can I do to keep my legal costs at a reasonable level during my divorce?"
• "My ex spouse always took care of our household expenses. Im feeling financially pressured."
• "What should I know about my family's financial situation before I get divorced?"
• "Can you explain marital and non-marital property?"
• "If my spouse inherited a house after we were married, would it be eligible as part of our equitable-distribution settlement?"
• "I was told by my lawyer that I may be eligible for Social Security benefits through my ex-spouse's record. Can you explain this to me?"
• "I think my spouse may try to hide assets from me. How can I ensure I get my fair share?"
• "Can you advise me on how I should invest a lump sum settlement I've received from my divorce?"
• "Until when must I pay child support?"
• "If alimony & child support are taxable, is it possible to arrange support payments to my ex in order to lower my taxes?"
• "After we are officially divorced, am I still eligible for my ex-spouse's retirement, disability, or social security benefits?"
• "Can my divorce affect my income taxes? If so, how?"
• "How should I transfer some of my interest from an IRA to my spouse as per our divorce agreement?"
• "How can I protect myself from financial devastation due to my divorce?"
• "Does a house have to be sold if the couple purchased the home during the marriage and the minor child/children have been residing in the home when a divorce was granted?"
• "This is the first time I buy auto insurance. Can you help me understand what I need as far as coverage?"
• "Will my credit history have an effect on the cost of my auto insurance?"
• "Can I lower my cost of auto insurance?"
• "Who receives alimony and why is this?"
• "Who will get the house?"

Legal Concerns:

• "How can I avoid common mistakes as I begin the divorce process?"
• "How can I find a lawyer with experience on handling more complicated divorce cases?"
• "My spouse is doing everything he can to delay our divorce process, what should I do?
• "How does Alimony work in Florida?"
• "What happens if my spouse and I cannot agree on the amount of child support?"
• "What is the necessary basis for filing a divorce in Florida?"
• "Does Florida have a residency requirement for divorce?"
• "Will I lose my rights if I leave the family home?"
• "What can I do to find the right lawyer for me?"
• "How long does it take to be divorced? What can I do to help speed the process?"
• "What do I need to bring or present to an initial consultation with my divorce attorney?"
• "What are the primary concerns delt with in a divorce case?"
• "Am I required to state my reason(s) in order to divorce in Florida?"
• "My spouse and I feel that one lawyer representing the both of us will save time and money. Is this possible?"
• "What is the difference between a mediator and a lawyer? Is a lawyer involved in mediation?"
• "I heard women do better in the traditional process than in mediation. How can I make the right choice?"
• "What's collaborative family law?"
• "Will adultery affect my divorce?"
• "If I file for 'fault divorce' due to my spouse cheating on me, will that make me more likely to receive more of property and support?"
• "My lawyer is not answering my questions. What should I do?"
• "Is it possible to tell if I will have to pay or if I will receive alimony?"
• "Can a male be granted spousal support?"
• "How would custody and child support work if my companion and I have children but were never married?"
• "What would be an unnoticed concern for a spouse in a domestic-relations lawsuit?"
• "Will I receive any Social Security retirement benefits if I get divorced and have been a stay at home mom throughout my marriage?"
• "Can you tell me how 'Joint Custody Agreement' works?"
• "Is it still difficult to grant sole custody to fathers? How can I better my chances of receiving full custody of my children?"
• "Will the court consider the sex of the party, the sex of the child, or the age of the child when determining which parent the child will reside with?"
• "Can Florida courts come to their own decision of having the children of the marriage live with both parties 50/50 after a divorce?"
• "What if the primary residential parent would like to move with the children far from where the other parent resides?"
• "I dont think my lawyer is doing a god job representing me. What can I do?"
• "What if my ex-spouse isn't living up to our divorce ruling?"
• "My ex-spouse fulfills his visitation rights with our kids, but I wish to move with them to another state. Is this possible?"
• "I think my case is complicated. Should I hire a lawyer specialized in Divorce? What would it cost me?"
• "What rights should I be aware of if I'm separated already?"
• "My Spouse cheated on me!"
• "What is Domestic Violence Injunction and how can I get one?"

Emotional Concerns:

• "How should I ask for a divorce from my spouse?"
• "Is it best to stay together just for the sake of our kids?"
• "I woud like to learn how to separate marital frustration from my role as a parent. How can I acheive this?"

Mediation Concerns:

• "Is mediation the right course for me?"

Real Estate Concerns:

• "I'm in the middle of the divorce process and uncertain whether or not to keep my house. Any advise?"
• "I heard it's very important to know your credit score before buying/renting a new home when you're getting divorced? Is this true and why? "

Child Support/Custody:

• "What do I do when my spouse stops paying child support?"