What Happens at a Case Management Conference?
What you need to know if your case requires a case management conference. In a Florida family law case, it is not uncommon for parties in the case to attend a case management conference. Fancy jargon...
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Read MoreWhat Happens at a Pretrial Conference?
What a pretrial conference means for your court case. Generally speaking, a pretrial conference is held a week or two prior to trial. In the context of a child custody case, for example, the conferen...
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Read MoreHow to Legally Change Your Name in Florida
A simple overview on name changes in the state of Florida. Legally changing your name is more than just a personal decision. To have your new name legally recognized, you must follow Florida statutor...
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Read MoreCan a Family Court Judge Order Drug Testing?
Why a judge could order a drug test during custody cases. In custody litigation, the judge has the authority to order that either party take a drug test if the family law judge believes that one will...
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Read MoreCan I put my home up for sale during my divorce?
Why you are better off selling your house after your divorce. The answer is usually no. Generally speaking, unless otherwise agreed to by yourself and your future ex spouse, your marital home may not...
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Read MoreWhat Happens When a Domestic Violence Injunction is Violated?
The courts will not take a domestic violence injunction violation lightly. If one violates a domestic violence injunction, he or she may face serious consequences including criminal prosecution in th...
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Read MoreDue Process Protections and Domestic Violence
Even in sensitive cases, the legal right of individuals in a trial needs to be upheld. A recent Florida court emphasized the constitutional protections of due process in domestic violence actions. ...
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Read MoreI moved after my case is over. Do I need to notify the court?
Why you should keep your address up-to-date with the courts, especially if you have any continuous responsibilities from your court case. It is not unheard of for parties to move to a new residence ...
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Read MoreTips for A Successful Mediation
Preparation is the key to handling your mediation. Tip One: Be Prepared. One of the most important tips that I can give you in order for you to have a successful mediation is to always be prep...
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