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After a divorce co-parenting can be difficult in a few different ways. For one thing, you are trying to schedule with your ex all the details of the kids life without living in the same home. When a ...

In the United States we are very fortunate to have certain freedoms that a lot of the world is unable to participate in, one of these being divorce. Here, the government understands that they cannot ...

After a divorce, there is a chance that one spouse will be required by law to make alimony payments to their ex. Alimony is awarded to a spouse, either husband or wife, for various reasons. In some ...

One of the foundational aspects of any marriage is communication. When two people have the ability to calmly discuss their details about life, as well as the hard ones, it proves to be very beneficial ...

It is a well-known fact that in Hollywood, divorces can be quite messy and even dramatic. One example of this is Cheryl Hines recent termination of her marriage. In an interview, Hines commented on ...

If this if your first holiday season as a divorced parent, you may find the holidays to be even more stressful than usual. You will have to be patient when juggling schedules with your former ...

Once a disabled child becomes an adult can the court order additional timesharing? Under Florida child custody laws, the court does not have jurisdiction to order timesharing once a child becomes 18 ...

Information on the potential psychological damages that divorce can have on young children is far from scarce. However, recent studies have revealed shocking and disconcerting results concerning a ...

Once a disabled child becomes an adult can the court order additional timesharing? Under Florida child custody laws, the court does not have jurisdiction to order timesharing once a child becomes 18 ...

Information on the potential psychological damages that divorce can have on young children is far from scarce. However, recent studies have revealed shocking and disconcerting results concerning a ...

Elisa Izquierdo was six-years-old when her testimony became a symbol of child abuse and a deciding factor in an important American court case. The little girl was a tragic victim; she was beaten to ...

The case of Douglas Miller is one many parents can relate to. Miller always worked hard to ensure he could make child support payments for his daughter. But when he was unexpectedly laid off as a ...

Once a disabled child becomes an adult can the court order additional timesharing? Under Florida child custody laws, the court does not have jurisdiction to order timesharing once a child becomes 18 ...

Information on the potential psychological damages that divorce can have on young children is far from scarce. However, recent studies have revealed shocking and disconcerting results concerning a ...

Once a disabled child becomes an adult can the court order additional timesharing? Under Florida child custody laws, the court does not have jurisdiction to order timesharing once a child becomes 18 ...

Although changing a child support order can be difficult and time-consuming, it is possible under the right circumstances. No matter what state you reside in, child support orders are determined based ...

Maybe you are considering filing for divorce, but are terrified that you won’t be able to cope with the loneliness of the single life. It’s true, being single often involves having your ...

With the growing amount of cohabiting couples in the United States, more and more dating couples want to protect their assets in case of a break up. When a couple moves in together, whether or not ...

Studies show that the number of couples that choose to live together without getting married has tripled over the past two decades. Depending on what state you reside in, you may or may not be ...

When filing for a divorce, you and your spouse will fall under one of two categories: contested or uncontested. A contested divorce is often what people assume all divorces are like, messy and ...

Orders that arise out of divorce proceedings are typically considered contempt issues. This means that the order is not enacted to repay a debt but rather to guarantee continuing support or equitable ...

In the state of Florida, if a non-custodial fails to meet his/her child support obligations, he/she can face numerous consequences. This is due to the fact that the state has strict enforcement laws ...

Information on the potential psychological damages that divorce can have on young children is far from scarce. However, recent studies have revealed shocking and disconcerting results concerning a ...

Custodial accounts are created as a way to give money to children after a divorce without having to include a trust under their name. While many wealthy families will establish a trust fund, it is ...

After a divorce co-parenting can be difficult in a few different ways. For one thing, you are trying to schedule with your ex all the details of the kids life without living in the same home. When a ...

The holiday season in America usually means two things to most people, other than snow and festive decorations: giving and being with family. You see it everywhere, from movies to television to ...

On June 26 th, 2015, the nation was stunned as the United States Supreme Court ruled in favor of same-sex marriage legalization in all states, regardless of previous state laws. The controversial ...

The holiday season in America usually means two things to most people, other than snow and festive decorations: giving and being with family. You see it everywhere, from movies to television to ...

If this if your first holiday season as a divorced parent, you may find the holidays to be even more stressful than usual. You will have to be patient when juggling schedules with your former ...

While making the decision to divorce is never a simple one, it is often easier when both spouses are on the same page. Disputes and conflict are minimized when each party is working together towards ...

Going through a divorce is a difficult situation for any person, especially when it comes to deciding on a child custody arrangement. It is likely that both parents want their kids to be with them, ...

Divorce mediation is considered to be just as legal of a process as a court hearing would be for a couple choosing to end their marriage. Many couples would testify to the fact that mediation allowed ...

If you are planning to divorce from your spouse, you may want to research the different laws in your state. Each state has their own jurisdictions over divorce and separation, and in most locations ...

If you need assistance enforcing a court order, make sure to get the trustworthy legal guidance our firm provides. Having the strength of a family law expert on your side can give you the peace of ...

When involved in a violent marriage relationship, not only are you placing yourself at risk, but also if you have children they are being placed at risk as well. When you are in one of these ...

Unfortunately, domestic violence is all too common in today’s society. Research shows that one out of every four woman in a relationship has been abused at some point by either a husband or a ...

If you need assistance enforcing a court order, make sure to get the trustworthy legal guidance our firm provides. Having the strength of a family law expert on your side can give you the peace of ...

When you determine that you want a divorce, as a Floridian you can choose from one of two options. If you choose an absolute divorce, then the court will decree that your marriage is legally over and ...

If you are not receiving child support payments on time in the state of Florida, know that you have legal options at your disposal. One such option is known as an enforcement action. When parents ...

Depending on what state you live in, you may qualify for equitable distribution. In states like Florida, for example, it is up to the court to do what is "fair", or equitable, when splitting ...

Each state is equitable distribution, community property or falls somewhere in between. This is referring to how property is distributed in the event that a couple chooses to dissolve their marriage ...

For couples that have been together for decades, marriage can be a beautiful thing. They have shared their bond of love for so many years, and many times are still madly in love. However, just like ...

Depending on what state you live in, you may qualify for equitable distribution. In states like Florida, for example, it is up to the court to do what is "fair", or equitable, when splitting ...

If this if your first holiday season as a divorced parent, you may find the holidays to be even more stressful than usual. You will have to be patient when juggling schedules with your former ...

On June 26 th, 2015, the nation was stunned as the United States Supreme Court ruled in favor of same-sex marriage legalization in all states, regardless of previous state laws. The controversial ...

Once a disabled child becomes an adult can the court order additional timesharing? Under Florida child custody laws, the court does not have jurisdiction to order timesharing once a child becomes 18 ...

Maybe you are 10 years old, maybe you are 17 or 35; whatever your age you are still considered to be the children of your parents, and just recently you have found out that they are getting a divorce. ...

All too often, the rights of fathers are overlooked, especially during family law proceedings. Traditionally, mothers were the ones who were awarded child support and child custody, but as the years ...

Grandchildren are some of the greatest joys that an adult can experience; there is something so exciting about seeing your own kids raise their own little ones and then being able to spend time with ...

Going through a divorce can be a difficult or uncomfortable transition, but it some cases it is something that just needs to be done. It is important to remember that during the divorce time, however, ...

Under ideal circumstances, grandparents would get to visit their children as often as they like, but if for whatever reason a person denies grandparents visitation of their grandchildren, grandparents ...

Hutchinson Law Firm is pleased to announce that our firm has moved to a new office. The address of our new home is: 6817 Southpoint Parkway, Suite 702 Jacksonville, Florida 32216 All of our other ...

For many, divorces are a time of heartache and suffering. Even if it was considered to be the best decision for the spouse or for the family, it can still be a difficult time to go through. While some ...

According to the DailyMail United Kingdom, the rich financier Roger Jenkins divorce from his Bosnian wife Diana was a peaceful parting though it cost him a lot of money. It is said that his personal ...

Drafting a prenuptial agreement is one of the many ways a married couple can protect their assets. While filing a prenuptial agreement is great way to ensure you're protected, there is a way to ...

The event of marriage is an exciting time for individuals, though the idea of a divorce in the future is not unheard of. With the divorce rate resting around 50% of all marriages, many couples though ...

Life insurance is between a designated insurance policy holder and a person in which the policy holder will promise to pay a specific beneficiary a set amount of money upon the insurer’s death. ...

Getting married is an exciting time of life, not only for you and your soon to be spouse, but also for your family. For woman, many moms have been dreaming of the day they get to help their daughter ...

A prenuptial agreement is a contract that is decided on prior to a marriage union. This contract will establish the groundwork for what things will look like if the couple were to divorce in the ...

The modern tool of the internet really can do anything beyond our wildest dreams, we are able to research any information we desire, about any location or time period, we are able to shop, pay bills, ...

If you need assistance enforcing a court order, make sure to get the trustworthy legal guidance our firm provides. Having the strength of a family law expert on your side can give you the peace of ...

If you have been married to a military service member, you may have heard of the "20/20/20 rule" and wondered how this could impact a military divorce. The 20/20/20 rule refers to a formula ...

In addition to monetary and physical assets, a divorcing couple must also consider the division of retirement plans. When one or both spouses are in the military, this can become more difficult. Since ...

Although changing a child support order can be difficult and time-consuming, it is possible under the right circumstances. No matter what state you reside in, child support orders are determined based ...

If you currently receive alimony but are now living with another person it may serve as grounds for modification of alimony. Depending on what state you reside in, the laws regarding alimony often ...

Getting a divorce is difficult especially when there are children involved. To make the process easier on you, your spouse and your children, it is essential to develop a parenting plan. It allows ...

Hutchinson Law is comprised of devoted and knowledgeable family law attorneys in Jacksonville. They have more than a decade of trial tested and experience that is used to assist individuals and ...

If you remarried and are now struggling with how to love your step-kids, you may feel overwhelmed. Sometimes it is hard to welcome children from a previous marriage in with open arms. They can be a ...

While dads used to be responsible for supporting a family through work, they are not often obligated to care for their kids. In a world that has restructured the family unit, women are no longer ...

While creating a parenting plan can be difficult, modifying one can be even more troublesome. However, it is possible to seek a modification of parenting plan under the right circumstances. In order ...

If you remarried and are now struggling with how to love your step-kids, you may feel overwhelmed. Sometimes it is hard to welcome children from a previous marriage in with open arms. They can be a ...

While dads used to be responsible for supporting a family through work, they are not often obligated to care for their kids. In a world that has restructured the family unit, women are no longer ...

Texan lawmakers have decided to address paternity-related conflicts in the state by passing Senate Bill 785. Before the bill was passed, men could only request a paternity test before they had been ...

Drafting a prenuptial agreement is one of the many ways a married couple can protect their assets. While filing a prenuptial agreement is great way to ensure you're protected, there is a way to ...

A prenuptial agreement is a contract that is decided on prior to a marriage union. This contract will establish the groundwork for what things will look like if the couple were to divorce in the ...

The event of marriage is an exciting time for individuals, though the idea of a divorce in the future is not unheard of. With the divorce rate resting around 50% of all marriages, many couples though ...

On June 26 th, 2015, the nation was stunned as the United States Supreme Court ruled in favor of same-sex marriage legalization in all states, regardless of previous state laws. The controversial ...

The holiday season in America usually means two things to most people, other than snow and festive decorations: giving and being with family. You see it everywhere, from movies to television to ...

Maybe you are 10 years old, maybe you are 17 or 35; whatever your age you are still considered to be the children of your parents, and just recently you have found out that they are getting a divorce. ...

After a divorce, there is a chance that one spouse will be required by law to make alimony payments to their ex. Alimony is awarded to a spouse, either husband or wife, for various reasons. In some ...

Once a disabled child becomes an adult can the court order additional timesharing? Under Florida child custody laws, the court does not have jurisdiction to order timesharing once a child becomes 18 ...

While dads used to be responsible for supporting a family through work, they are not often obligated to care for their kids. In a world that has restructured the family unit, women are no longer ...

Under ideal circumstances, grandparents would get to visit their children as often as they like, but if for whatever reason a person denies grandparents visitation of their grandchildren, grandparents ...