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Tax Implications of Finalizing Your Tampa Divorce Before vs. After December 31st

Tax Implications of Finalizing Your Tampa Divorce Before vs. After December 31st

The timing of your divorce can have a significant effect on your financial life. Many people are surprised to learn that their marital status on December 31 determines their federal tax filing status...

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Permanent Alimony Is Gone: What the Woodward Decision Means for Tampa Divorce Cases

Permanent Alimony Is Gone: What the Woodward Decision Means for Tampa Divorce Cases

The January 22, 2025 decision from the District Court of Appeal of Florida, Second District delivered one of the most important early interpretations of Florida’s 2023 alimony reform. In&...

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Relocation Resolutions: Moving Out of Tampa with Your Child in the New Year

Relocation Resolutions: Moving Out of Tampa with Your Child in the New Year

Parents often enter a new year with big plans. A new job opportunity, a new marriage, a desire to be closer to extended family, or a fresh start in another part of the state or country can motivate a...

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The Transcript Trap: Lessons from Puertas v. Ruiz (2025)

The Transcript Trap: Lessons from Puertas v. Ruiz (2025)

In the world of Florida appellate law, there is a golden rule that every litigant must remember: "If it isn't in the record, it didn't happen." This principle was the central focus of a significant 2...

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The Simple Divorce for Asheville Business Owners: Is It Possible?

The Simple Divorce for Asheville Business Owners: Is It Possible?

Divorce is challenging for any couple, but for Asheville business owners, the process often feels more complicated. Entrepreneurs carry the added weight of business assets, financial records, goodwil...

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The “Pre-Suit” Loophole in Child Relocation: Understanding Dunn v. Flores (2025)

The “Pre-Suit” Loophole in Child Relocation: Understanding Dunn v. Flores (2025)

The decision to move out of state with a child is often one of the most litigated issues in Florida family law. While many parents are aware of the "50-mile rule," a recent ruling by the Third Distri...

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Emergency Suspension of Timesharing: Key Insights from Capps v. Capps IV (2025)

Emergency Suspension of Timesharing: Key Insights from Capps v. Capps IV (2025)

The safety and emotional well-being of children are the paramount concerns of the Florida family court system. While parents generally have a right to "due process"—meaning notice and a hearing bef...

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How to Discuss a Tampa Prenup Agreement for Your New Year’s Resolution

How to Discuss a Tampa Prenup Agreement for Your New Year’s Resolution

Discussing a prenuptial agreement can feel intimidating for many couples, especially when the topic comes up as part of a New Year’s resolution. The beginning of the year brings motivation, fresh h...

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Protecting Your Business During a New Year Tampa Divorce: A Guide for Entrepreneurs

Protecting Your Business During a New Year Tampa Divorce: A Guide for Entrepreneurs

As the calendar turns and we approach the start of a new year, business owners in Hillsborough County are often occupied with year-end financials. You are likely reviewing profit and loss statements,...

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