When you are deciding what to do about your housing situation after your divorce, consider some alternatives to the traditional methods. Bird nesting is one such option. If you and your co-parent still get along decently, this is a good option to consider. First, make...
Many people do not take the time to create a will, thinking they can put off doing so until they accumulate more assets. However, most adults should consider making a will. This essential document has numerous benefits and should include various provisions. What Are...
When you have a relationship with a stepchild in Florida, you may decide to try to make your parent-child relationship official through stepparent adoption. However, the process involved in adopting a child in Florida varies quite a bit based on whether you are...
A power of attorney gives another person the right to make decisions for you. You can choose from different types of powers of attorney depending on your needs or intentions. The Florida Bar explains the type of power of attorney you choose will impact the permissions...
You and your spouse have lived together in a single residence for years. Now that you are ending your marriage, the time has come to figure out what to do with your marital home. Whether you want to keep your marital house or not, you should have an idea of issues...
When you make out a will, you describe what you want to happen to your property and assets after you die. Your surviving relatives, your executor and the court all have a responsibility to respect your wishes and fulfill them to the extent possible. If you die without...
The definition of family is constantly evolving, but the law does not always keep pace. Navigating the legal nuances of stepparent adoption requires an understanding of the associated procedures. Stepparent adoption can be simple in situations where one biological...
An intense and stressful divorce can leave you, your ex-spouse and your children feeling overwhelmed at everything that happened. Even after this rough time, you still may notice subtle signs of manipulation and alienation from your ex-spouse toward your children....
A will gives you the ability to name a trusted executor or personal representative to distribute your property after you die. By following your will’s instructions, the probate court oversees transferring assets to specified individuals. As noted by the Tampa Bay...
Becoming a stepparent through adoption involves many factors—personal, legal, financial—and includes unique circumstances in every situation. Sometimes, though, your circumstances make it clear that becoming a stepparent improves many aspects of your family. While...
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