If your marriage is not working out, you probably are wondering how you can keep your spouse from getting your personal possessions. In a divorce, your wife or husband will receive a share of your marital property. Still, this does not mean you cannot protect your personal property in your [...]

A trust can be a great addition to your estate plan. You can choose to either create a revocable or irrevocable trust. Regardless of your decision, all trusts must have certain elements to be legally binding. You will also need to ensure that you follow all Florida laws when creating [...]

So, how do YOU deal with the stress of everyday life? Do you have a tactic for that? I get on a cardio machine and put on some stand-up comedy. Of course, Dave Chappelle is my go-to (Hiiiiii Dave Chappelle!), but honestly Netflix is kicking it out of the park. [...]

Many people sacrifice their own careers or education for the sake of their romantic partner’s, and if you count yourself among the many Florida residents who did so, you may have cause to pursue alimony when your marriage ends. On the flip side, if you were the main breadwinner in [...]

Almost two years ago, I was mesmerized by Chris Stapleton's 'Cold' and wrote this blog: https://www.christinesuecook.com/blog/2021/02/cold/ That song was on the radio every 30 minutes then... it randomly came on today. And, it is STILL so effing powerful. That song is sung FROM the heart TO the heart. To divorce [...]

After a divorce, your whole family undergoes a shift in dynamics. For most people, divorce is difficult to navigate, particularly when children are involved. When you begin to live your life separately from your former spouse, major changes can happen in your life. You or your ex could want to [...]

If you want to get a divorce, or find yourself thinking about ending your marriage but have reservations, it is important to focus on your individual circumstances and move forward with confidence. Some people feel trapped in their marriage, even though it is not working out. For example, some worry [...]

If you currently owe back child support, you likely worry about many different challenges. This is a serious debt that can turn many facets of your life on end, whether you cannot drive, you face financial repercussions or you have to spend time behind bars. Furthermore, it is important to [...]

Change is hard. It’s scary. It’s also sometimes quite necessary. A bad marriage has several definitions, depending on who you are, I guess. What is your definition of marriage? Love is my definition of marriage. But, just like everything else in life, love doesn’t come easily. Right? Two people love [...]

If you have to pay court-ordered child support, you expect these obligations soon because your relationship with your child's other parent is ending or you receive child support payments, it is vital to go over various issues. Aside from understanding how courts calculate child support awards and addressing the modification [...]