Monthly Archives: April 2013

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

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Adam B. Cordover, Attorney-at-Law

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 Adam B. Cordover, Attorney-at-Law

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 Adam B. Cordover, Attorney-at-Law

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 Adam B. Cordover, Attorney-at-Law

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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Tampa Collaborative Divorce: A More Child-Friendly Divorce

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Adam B. Cordover, Attorney-at-Law

The fact is that divorce is difficult.  Emotions are raw, family life is uprooted, and life becomes strained. And children are caught in the middle. Attorneys in Tampa Bay litigated cases are often obligated to not only focus on showing … Continue reading →

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Tampa Collaborative Divorce: What About the Cost?

Posted on April 13, 2013 by Adam B. Cordover, Attorney-at-Law

I recently wrote an article for the Collaborative Divorce Institute of Tampa Bay where I relayed a question often asked by those not familiar with the collaborative process:  Is collaborative divorce only for rich people? Below is an excerpt: According … Continue reading →

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