South Florida Divorce Law Blog

On behalf of Martin Feldman of Fischer & Feldman, P.A. posted in High Asset Divorce on Thursday, December 14, 2017.

No matter the topic, everyone seems to have his or her own opinion. This is especially true for those considering a divorce. While some may want you to stay for the kids and others might confess that they think you should have left years ago, the truth of the matter is that your friends are probably not well equipped to guide you through a high asset divorce. Thus, divorcing spouses in Florida need to understand who to seek help and guidance from during this trying time.

So whom should you seek help and guidance from? Although friends and family might be great to keep around for emotional support, especially during and post-divorce, it is important to obtain assistance from certain professionals.

On behalf of Martin Feldman of Fischer & Feldman, P.A. posted in Alimony on Thursday, October 5, 2017.

Filing for divorce can stir up many emotions. While it is a time of sadness, anger and relief, it is also a time of fear. There is the fear of the unknown, and for some Florida spouses, they fear that they will not be able to financially support him or herself post-divorce. In these cases, requesting for alimony is common. It is not only a way to address these fears but also ensue that a spouse is able to maintain the standard of living they experienced during the marriage

On behalf of Martin Feldman of Fischer & Feldman, P.A. posted in Alimony on Thursday, September 7, 2017.

Filing for divorce causes spouses to consider all the ways this process could impact them in the future. While going from the married life to the single life is a huge emotional step, the financial future of a spouse tends to be in the forefront of some Florida couples ending their marriage. For those involved in a wealthy marriage, it can be difficult to imagine a life no longer surrounded by the same things. Because of this, some divorcing spouses request alimony as a way to secure a future that resembles his or her married life.

On behalf of Martin Feldman of Fischer & Feldman, P.A. posted in Alimony on Friday, September 22, 2017.

Divorce is not a positive life event; however, it can be an answer to a couple’s problems. While no couple gets married with the idea that their union will end in divorce, it is a reality that nearly half of all married couples face. Thus, many couples seeking to get married think about the possibility of the marriage not working. While prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are not pleasant to draft or work through, they are useful and often very valuable documents to include in a marriage because they can address several potential divorce issues, such as alimony.

On behalf of Martin Feldman of Fischer & Feldman, P.A. posted in Alimony on Thursday, August 10, 2017.

The decision to divorce is certainly not an easy one to make. However, deciding to file for divorce is just the first tough decision spouses are faced with in the process. Sorting through all the details of a marriage, whether it was short or long, can be challenging. Finances often stand out, leaving some spouses curious how they will be able to maintain their lifestyle post-divorce. For those facing such dilemmas, they often request spousal support during the divorce process.

On behalf of Martin Feldman of Fischer & Feldman, P.A. posted in Alimony on Friday, June 30, 2017.

Finances are frequently a cause of marital discord for couples in Florida. While arguments about finances often occur prior to and during a marriage, these arguments are likely to carry over if the couple seeks a divorce. As a previous post noted, some divorcing couples with request spousal support as a means to ensure he or she is able to afford their post-divorce life. Whether it is because they were used to a certain standard of living or they seek to go back to school, alimony can make a huge difference for a spouse post-divorce.

On behalf of Martin Feldman of Fischer & Feldman, P.A. posted in Alimony on Thursday, May 18, 2017.

Divorce brings many issues to the table. Some spouses have many concerns regarding their post-divorce life. Finances are often a top concern, causing some spouses to seek alimony during dissolution. Spousal support can be a very beneficial and necessary order to obtain during divorce, thus, divorcing couples should understand how alimony could work into their divorce decree.

On behalf of Martin Feldman of Fischer & Feldman, P.A. posted in Alimony on Thursday, April 20, 2017.

Going from a married life to a single life is a major transition for some couples in Florida. The post-divorce life can seem scary, and some spouses are unsure how they will manage their new single life without the support of another person in their life. If finances are a major concern, some spouses will request alimony in the divorce process. This monthly or lump sum payment can help meet the financial needs of that spouse, helping them make the transition to a self-supportive life.

On behalf of Martin Feldman of Fischer & Feldman, P.A. posted in Alimony on Friday, March 24, 2017.

When there is an order of support for a former spouse in Florida, there are several reasons for which there might be a spousal support modification. One that arises relatively frequently is if the court finds that after the order of financial support was granted as part of the divorce, the receiving spouse — otherwise known as the obligee — has a supportive relationship with another person with whom he or she resides. If there is a belief that this is the case, the former spouse who is paying — the obligor — faces the burden of proof to show that the relationship exists and the support order should be modified.