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Do I have to Take a Parenting Class?

Do I have to Take a Parenting Class?

While usually not required, parenting classes provide beneficial information to families in divorce turmoil. The Florida legislature recognizes the fact that a large number of Florida children experi...

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Is There Legal Separation in Florida?

Is There Legal Separation in Florida?

How a legal separation differs from a full-fledged divorce. In some states, couples are allowed to enter into a legal separation. A legal separation ultimately allows a couple to remain married while...

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What is a Default in Florida Divorce?

What is a Default in Florida Divorce?

If you are served a petition for divorce and neglect to respond to the court, your divorce could receive a default. A common question asked by clients going through a Florida divorce is what a motion...

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The United States Supreme Court Agrees to Review a Military Retirement Issue in a Divorce Case: What Does This Mean for Your Military Retirement?

The United States Supreme Court Agrees to Review a Military Retirement Issue in a Divorce Case: What Does This Mean for Your Military Retirement?

How a military divorce case landed at the steps of the Supreme Court. Given that the Supreme Court hears only around 80 cases each year, it is rare that a divorce case would be on their docket. Simpl...

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Can I Keep My Commissary and Exchange Privileges After Divorce?

Can I Keep My Commissary and Exchange Privileges After Divorce?

Which military privileges no longer apply to ex-spouses of service members? One of the greatest benefits afforded to service members and their families is the ability to shop at commissaries and exch...

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Military Domestic Violence Injunction Remedies

Military Domestic Violence Injunction Remedies

In cases involving military domestic violence, civilian statutes can be used to provide relief. Domestic violence is an important issue to the wellbeing of society as a whole, and it is particularly ...

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What Is a Family Law General Magistrate?

What Is a Family Law General Magistrate?

Not all divorce cases are overseen by a judge. What is the alternative? In a Florida divorce, you may be surprised to learn that a judge is not necessarily going to hear your case. There may be times...

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What are Family Law Interrogatories and How Do I Answer Them?

What are Family Law Interrogatories and How Do I Answer Them?

What happens when the opposing party serves you with interrogatories. Interrogatories are a commonly used tool used during discovery in family law cases. These written questions are served by the opp...

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Are My VA Benefits Marital Property? What About Alimony?

Are My VA Benefits Marital Property? What About Alimony?

Veteran benefits are protected from creditors, but are they protected against your ex-spouse? Disabled veterans bravely served our nation, earning the right to receive VA benefits and income in the p...

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