Monthly Archives: February 2020

Advantages and Disadvantages of Filing First for Divorce in Florida
If you are thinking about ending your marriage in Florida, you may be wondering whether you should be the first to initiate the divorce process. But are there any advantages or disadvantages of being the first to file divorce paperwork in Florida? Can you actually get the upper hand by filing the initial petition… Read More »

Yes, You Can Date While Separated in Florida, But Here’s the Catch
Unlike other states, Florida does not prohibit dating other people while your divorce is pending. However, from a legal perspective, doing so may not be the smartest decision. It is understandable, for someone who has been exclusive with his or her spouse or partner for years or decades, the temptation to jump back into… Read More »

What to Do When a Spouse Refuses to Move Out During a Divorce?
Who should move out, and when, is one of the toughest choices a married couple faces after agreeing that they need a divorce. For two adults who made it clear that they no longer want to be married, it can be difficult to live together under the same roof, even for one more day…. Read More »

What Divorcing Senior Citizens Over 50 and 65 Need to Know About Alimony
In the past three decades, the divorce rate for adults 50 and older in the U.S. has nearly doubled. For adults 65 and older, meanwhile, the divorce rate has tripled since the 1990s. Divorce among seniors is commonly referred to as gray divorce. While gray divorce has become a new trend across the United… Read More »