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How Do I File For Divorce?
Filing for divorce is like initiating any other civil lawsuit – you must first file papers at the courthouse (a “Complaint”). Many states have the necessary forms available … more
What Exactly Does It Mean To Be Divorced?
If you are divorced it means that a judge has signed a “dissolution of marriage” declaring that you are no longer legally married to your spouse. Just as getting married is a … more
What Is The Difference Between a "Fault" and a "No Fault" Divorce?
A “no fault” divorce is one where the spouse filing for divorce does not have to prove that the other spouse did something wrong. All states allow divorces regardless of who is at … more

Disclosures in Divorce .... The Financial Affidavit
A divorce is not just the splitting apart of two individuals but it is the legal separation of everything that they jointly own as well. Thus, like in many states, when you file for divorce in Florida the parties must file an affidavit with the court documenting their income and expenses. For the common folk in Florida this is Family Law Form 12.902(b). For persons who make … more
Real Estate Divisions in Divorce
Dividing real estate, and property in general, is often a major issue in a divorce. Real estate refers to land, houses, and/or buildings that you own, as opposed to personal property, which is belongings such as your furniture and clothing. If there is anything of value at issue in a divorce, it is often real estate, which, for many people, is simply the house that you and your … more