Monthly Archives: December 2025
How Do You Divide a Military Pension in a Florida Divorce?
One of the trickier aspects of dividing marital property in a Florida divorce case is dealing with a spouse’s pension. Florida is an equitable distribution state, which does not always mandate a strict 50/50 split of assets. More to the point, determining how much of a pension is considered “marital property” requires a careful… Read More »
Do Florida’s 2023 Alimony Changes Apply Retroactively?
On July 1, 2023, a new alimony law took effect in Florida. Among other things, the 2023 law abolished awards of permanent alimony and limited durational alimony in short-term marriages to 50 percent of the length of the marriage. In other words, if a marriage lasted 4 years, a Florida judge can now award… Read More »
Are You “Voluntarily Underemployed” If You Trade Self-Employment for a Lower-Paying Regular Job?
In Florida high net worth divorce cases, it is quite common for one party to accuse the other of intentionally earning less money in order to reduce potential alimony or child support obligations. Of course, mere allegations are insufficient. Florida law requires “competent, substantial evidence” to support such allegations. Florida Appeals Court Reverses Decision… Read More »
Can You Get a Legal Separation in Florida?
Ending a marriage can be a complex process, especially for high net worth couples. That is why many couples facing a breakdown of their marriage instead opt for separation while stopping short of divorce. It is important to understand the potential legal implications of separation, however, especially if you and your spouse intend for… Read More »