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What Is a Narcissist? 2023 Update: Florida eliminated permanent alimony and established a 50/50 custody presumption effective July 1, 2023 (SB 1416 / Ch. 2023-301). These reforms changed how courts handle property division, support, and parenting plans in every Florida divorce.. A narcissist is an individual who possesses an inflated...
2023 Update: Florida eliminated permanent alimony and established a 50/50 custody presumption effective July 1, 2023 (SB 1416 / Ch. 2023-301). These reforms changed how courts handle property division, support, and parenting plans in every Florida divorce.. Be on the Same Page for the Kids Communication is key: In a...
TL;DR: The first 18 months after leaving a relationship is the most dangerous period for domestic violence victims, with a 75% increase in violence upon separation (BWSS, 2024). Florida recorded 106,515 domestic violence incidents and 217 DV-related homicides in a single year (FL DCF Annual Report). The Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire...
Gray Divorce in the US Gray divorce is a term used to describe the end of a long-term marriage among older couples. The United States divorce rate has shown a consistent decrease in recent years, while the rate of gray divorces has experienced a significant rise. Studies show that married...
TL;DR: Florida requires mediation for all contested divorce issues under F.S. § 61.183 [1]. Mediation resolves 70-80% of family law disputes before trial, costs $1,000-$8,000 (vs. $15,000-$50,000+ for litigation), and typically finishes in 2-6 months [2]. It is one of the most effective ways to keep your divorce out of...
2023 Update: Florida eliminated permanent alimony and established a 50/50 custody presumption effective July 1, 2023 (SB 1416 / Ch. 2023-301). These reforms changed how courts handle property division, support, and parenting plans in every Florida divorce.. This is a list of frequently cited most common reasons for divorce filings,...
TL;DR: The cheapest divorce in Jacksonville costs $409 (filing fee only) if you file a simplified dissolution without an attorney. An uncontested divorce with a lawyer runs $2,500–$5,000, while contested cases average $15,000–$30,000+. [1] The biggest cost driver is attorney time at $260–$330/hour — so every dispute you resolve before...
TL;DR: Since July 1, 2023, Florida law creates a rebuttable presumption that equal (50/50) time-sharing is in a child’s best interest (FL Statute § 61.13). Florida earned an A grade on the 2025 Shared Parenting Report Card. “Winning” a custody case in Florida isn’t about defeating your ex — it’s...