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Can We Still Benefit from Collaborative Divorce Even if Our Finances are Relatively Simple?
Collaborative law is a specialized process in Florida that allows divorcing couples to resolve their issues and settle their divorce in a confidential, low-conflict manner (Collaborative Law Process Act). Collaborative divorce can be especially helpful for people with complex finances. With that being said, you can still benefit from the collaborative law process in… Read More »
Family Law in Florida: Know the Legal Grounds for Modifying a Final Judgment
Any ongoing family law obligation in Florida—child custody, child support, and spousal support—is subject to modification. Florida law permits modifications to final judgments in family law cases—but only under specific legal conditions. The party requesting a modification must clearly demonstrate that there has been a substantial, material, and unanticipated change in circumstances. Within this… Read More »
Collaborative Divorce and Divorce Mediation in Florida: A Side-By-Side Comparison
Most divorcing couples in Florida are interested in finding a low-conflict, cost-effective solution. Collaborative divorce and mediation are two alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods that allow spouses in Florida to avoid traditional litigation. While both aim to promote amicable outcomes, they are quite different in their structure and process. Here, our Clearwater collaborative divorce… Read More »
Understanding Confidentiality Protections in Collaborative Divorce in Florida
Florida’s collaborative divorce process offers an option for couples to end their marriage in a cooperative, structured manner. There are many advantages associated with collaborative divorce, including that the process is strictly confidential. Here, our Clearwater collaborative divorce attorney explains the key points that you need to know about the confidentiality protections for collaborative… Read More »
What is the Law for Changing My Child’s Name After a Divorce in Florida?
Are you a parent with young kids or teenagers who is preparing for a divorce in Pinellas County? You may potentially have questions about changing your child’s name. In Florida, a name change for a child as part of a divorce is possible—but how challenging it will be depends on the specific circumstances of… Read More »
How Do We Deal With Sentimental Items in a Divorce? (Property Division)
Are you preparing for a divorce in Pinellas County? If so, you will need to divide property and assets—including sentimental items that may have more intangible value than actual monetary value. For some couples, sentimental items can be especially challenging to split up in a divorce. A proactive approach is key. Here, our Clearwater… Read More »
Four Things People Misunderstand About Collaborative Divorce in Florida
Florida has a specialized process to help divorcing couples find low-conflict, mutually-agreeable solutions. Collaborative law can be very effective. There are a lot of misconceptions about what collaborative law is and how it works. At the Law Office of Gale H. Moore P.A., we have extensive collaborative law experience. Here, our Clearwater collaborative divorce… Read More »
We Hit a Stumbling Block in the Collaborative Divorce Process: What Now?
Florida’s collaborative divorce process sets up a structured, confidential, and low-conflict environment that is designed to allow spouses to work together to find the best solution. It is a great option for many divorcing couples. With that being said, it is not guaranteed to be smooth. Obstacles can arise. At the Law Office of… Read More »
What Does it Actually Mean Parents to Have Shared Child Custody in Florida?
Are you a divorced or otherwise separated parent in Clearwater, Largo, or elsewhere in the wider region in Pinellas County? If so, you may have a lot of questions about how exactly child custody works, including: What does it mean to have shared custody rights in Florida? The short answer is that parents may… Read More »
Can My Marriage Be Saved (Four Questions to Ask Yourself)
Are you considering getting a divorce from your spouse? You are far from alone. The American Psychological Association (APA) cites data showing that more than 40 percent of first marriages end in divorce. To be clear, some couples who are going through challenging times can still save their marriage. For others, a divorce might… Read More »
