Annulment Is an Extraordinary Remedy: What Rojas v. Londono Means for Florida Divorce Cases
The January 8, 2025 decision in Rojas v. Londono from the District Court of Appeal of Florida, Third Districtreinforces a principle Florida courts have applied consistently for decades...
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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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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?
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 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)
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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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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The Best Interests of the Child in Paternity Disputes: Rosich-Medina v. Chilaud (2025)
Establishing the legal paternity of a child is about much more than a biological match—it is about the stability of the child's world. In a landmark ruling for the year 2025, the Third District Cou...
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Shared Responsibilities of Tenants in Common: Understanding Lantz v. Gibson (2025)
When a marriage ends, the legal status of the marital home often undergoes a silent but profound transformation. In Florida, property once held as "tenancy by the entireties" automatically converts i...
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