Monthly Archives: July 2011

Text of Changes to the Alimony Statute

Posted on July 16, 2011 by

On July 1, 2011, changes to section 61.08, Florida Statutes (the “Alimony Statute”) went into effect.  These changes narrow the circumstances under which permanent, periodic alimony will be awarded.  Below you will find the affected portions of the Alimony Statute, … Continue reading →

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Keep Your Contact Information Current with the Clerk of the Court, Even After Your Family Law Case is Closed

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

Let’s start with a simple proposition:  Each party involved in a family law case should make sure that the clerk of the court has updated contact information for that party.  It seems easy, but taking this small step could prevent … Continue reading →

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Will Collaborative Divorce Work in Your Case?

Posted on July 12, 2011 by

The collaborative law process may not be for every case.  The Collaborative Divorce Institute of Tampa Bay has some suggestions to help you determine whether the collaborative approach is right for you: Perhaps you are ready for a divorce but are unsure … Continue reading →

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Collaborative Divorce: Keeping the Process Out of the Courts

Posted on July 5, 2011 by

The following passage of an article from the Collaborative Divorce Institute of Tampa Bay discusses a collaborative law agreement, how parties are encouraged to settle rather than institute a court action, and the differences between collaborative divorce and mediation:   … Continue reading →

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New York Recognizes Gay Marriage. Do Floridians Have Options?

Posted on July 3, 2011 by

Beginning July 24, 2011, gay couples in New York will be able to apply for a marriage license.  This will make New York the sixth and largest state to recognize gay marriage. Florida, unlike New York, does not permit gay … Continue reading →

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