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Former Wife’s Long-Term Relationship Constitutes a “Supportive Relationship” Under Florida Law

In a recent decision, the Florida Third District Court of Appeal held that a former wife’s long-term relationship with her boyfriend constituted a “supportive relationship” under Florida law. This means that the former wife’s alimony payments could be reduced or terminated. The case, Curtis John Proveaux, Sr. v. Betty Ann Proveaux, involved a couple who […]

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The Implications of the “No Time Limit” Provision in Florida Family Law Rule of Procedure 12.540

Can a spouse file for relief from a final judgment of dissolution after 11 years based on a fraudulent financial affidavit? In a recent decision, the Florida Third District Court of Appeal held that a spouse may receive relief from a final judgment of dissolution after 11 years based on a fraudulent financial affidavit. The

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Division of Assets and Debts | Divorce and Family Law in Sarasota, FL

My latest addition to the site: Equitable Distribution. In a Florida divorce, the division of assets and debts is called Equitable Distribution.  The first step in Equitable distribution is to classify assets and liabilities as either marital, nonmarital, or mixed.  Next the assets and liabilities are valued.  Finally, the assets and debts are awarded. Source:

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3 Key Changes in the New Tax Bill That May Affect Your Divorce

President Trump signed the Tax Cut and Reform Bill into law on December 22, 2017, representing the biggest tax overhaul since the 1986 bill signed into law by Ronald Reagan. While all American taxpayers can expect several changes to their taxes, if you are getting divorced or thinking about divorce, you should absolutely be paying

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Hollywood’s Go-To Divorce Lawyers Reveal the Secrets of High-Profile Splits | Vanity Fair

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s marriage imploded this summer, but the resolution was surprisingly swift Web Site. That’s because Hollywood divorce attorneys have more than enough practice massaging even the most rancorous of splits. Source: Vanity Fair Hollywood’s Go-To Divorce Lawyers Reveal the Secrets of High-Profile Splits | Vanity Fair   The attorney in this article

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Does it matter how marital assets and liabilities are titled? | Divorce and Family Law in Sarasota, FL

Does it matter how marital assets and liabilities are titled? The short answer is no.*   Under Florida law, assets acquired during the marriage individual by either spouse, or jointly, are “marital.”   (Unless an exception applies).  The same is true Source: Does it matter how marital assets and liabilities are titled? | Divorce and Family

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Health happenings: March 3 | Health | Bradenton Herald

Parenting and family matters: Family Resources, 361 Sixth Ave. W., Bradenton, offers a variety of workshops, including “Relating to Your Teen: How to Improve Your Relationship,” free workshop and snack offered 6-7:30 p.m Your Domain Name. Thursdays; crisis intervention, family assessments and individual, group and family counseling; voluntary pay; and individual, marital, group and family

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