Sorry your family is going through this high conflict. Yes, before approaching the other parent, you should contact a lawyer who can best advise...

The other lawyers are correct: Florida will respect a common law marriage when entered into in a state which recognizes common law marriages....

Valid postnuptial agreement, like premarital agreements (prenups), are enforceable contracts. Couples may settle their property rights by a...

You may find a domestic partner agreement is the "nonup" that fits your needs. Many people in committed intimate relationships choose not to...

Premarital (prenuptial) agreements are contracts. Courts generally won't relieve someone from a bad bargain. Attorney Hosner correctly lists...

This stressful and difficult situation happens too frequently. I'm sorry you're going through this. A written lease would state who the tenant...

How can I make my ex husband pay for his share of the child care charges?

Florida has excellent forms approved by the Supreme Court of Florida. Review and follow the INSTRUCTIONS FOR FLORIDA SUPREME COURT APPROVED FAMILY...

If there was no condition attached to the gift, such as that a marriage would later take place, Florida law supports your keeping the ring. But you...

I need assistance changing my late husband's last name back to my maiden name

To change your own name, go to the website for the Twelfth Judicial Circuit for a name change packet (Packet #5). Follow the instructions at:...

If you've been a Florida resident for at least 6 months immediately before petitioning the court for an annulment or dissolution of marriage, the...