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Modifying Florida Alimony

Posted on May 11, 2013 by

Now that Senate Bill 718 on alimony reform has been vetoed by Florida Governor Rick Scott, many Tampa Bay residents are wondering whether there is any way to modify or terminate their alimony obligations.  The answer, in many cases, may … Continue reading →

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Florida Alimony Reform: How Long is a “Long-Term” Marriage?

Posted on April 27, 2013 by

As Senate Bill 718 – which deals with Florida alimony and child custody reform – looks likely to be signed by Governor Rick Scott, this blog is exploring the various parts of the bill and discussing how they may affect … Continue reading →

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Florida Alimony Reform: Supportive Relationships

Posted on April 24, 2013 by

As Senate Bill 718 dealing with alimony reform and child custody reform has passed both houses of the Florida Legislature and seems likely to be signed by Governor Rick Scott, this blog will attempt to explain how various aspects of the … Continue reading →

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Florida Child Custody Reform 2013

Posted on April 21, 2013 by

There has been a lot of press lately about efforts to reform Florida’s alimony laws.  As discussed on this blog, Senate Bill 718 (which primarily deals with alimony reform) passed the Florida House by a wide margin (85 Yeas versus … Continue reading →

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Update: Florida House Debates Alimony Reform Bill

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

Right now, the Florida House is debating the alimony reform bill (SB-718).  You can watch the current session at the following link: http://www.myfloridahouse.gov/VideoPlayer.aspx?eventID=2443575804_2013041204. Update:   SB-718 has overwhelmingly passed the Florida House. Update: Governor Scott Vetoes Senate Bill 718 Read a previous … Continue reading →

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Summary of Florida Alimony Reform Bill

Posted on March 14, 2013 by

House Bill 231, which proposes broad-reaching changes to Florida’s alimony statute, has passed the Civil Justice Subcommittee.  It next goes to the House Judiciary Committee. The Judiciary Committee provides the following summary analysis of HB 231: Alimony provides financial support … Continue reading →

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In Florida, Can A Husband Be Awarded Alimony?

Posted on February 20, 2013 by

When you think of Florida alimony, you might only consider those times when a husband is ordered (or agrees) to make spousal support payments to a wife.  But we no longer live in the 1950′s.  I am running into more … Continue reading →

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Income Withholding Order

Posted on June 17, 2012 by

For quite some time, Florida has permitted child support and alimony payments to be deducted directly from a person’s paycheck.  This had been done through an income deduction order authorized by section 61.1301 of the Florida Statutes. Recently, the federal … Continue reading →

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Does Florida Have Alimony Guidelines?

Posted on June 6, 2012 by

When judges and child support hearing officers determine what amount of child support a parent should pay, they have a formula to help guide them to a proper child support amount. These guidelines take into account each party’s income, the … Continue reading →

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Opposing Sides Brace for 2013 Florida Alimony Reform Legislative Battle

Posted on May 4, 2012 by

As I recently relayed, the end of the 2012 Florida Legislative Session marked the death of alimony reform for the year.  That is not to say that Florida alimony reform is dead forever. The Florida Bar News is reporting that … Continue reading →

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