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Tax Mistakes to Avoid in Your Miami Divorce
Divorce is a significant financial event. Men and women who undergo a divorce must carefully plan for their financial futures. One issue that should not be overlooked is the tax consequences of ending your marriage. The advice of an experienced lawyer is a significant asset. Contact Hamilton O’Neill today to arrange a consultation with… Read More »
Strengthening Your Case for Alimony in Florida
Florida’s alimony laws changed in 2023, including abolishing permanent alimony. Nonetheless, the state has not eliminated alimony entirely, and if you are not the primary wage-earner, you might still qualify for alimony. At Hamilton O’Neill, we understand what evidence judges want to see before they will order a spouse to pay alimony. Call us… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions about Stepparent Adoption for Same-Sex Couples
Same-sex couples are increasingly raising children. According to the 2020 census, 17% of same-sex couples were raising children, a number which increased to 22% when looking specifically at same-sex couples who were married. Many prospective parents have questions about the process. A family law attorney provides more detail about stepparent adoption below. Can Same-Sex… Read More »
What Is the Divorce Rate? (And Other Divorce Facts)
The rise of no-fault divorce in the 1970s increased the number of people ending their marriages. However, not all divorces are the same from a legal perspective. Some important factors include the duration of your marriage, your age and health, and your employment history. Some spouses will be able to request more financial support… Read More »
Divorcing a Spouse Who is Out of the Country
International divorce is a highly complicated process. When one spouse is outside of the U.S. indefinitely, a court might be unable to assert jurisdiction over them. That means some of the court’s decisions might not be binding on your spouse, or you will need to try to get a foreign court to recognize your… Read More »
If Florida is a No-Fault State, Why Allege Adultery in a Miami Divorce?
Florida is a no-fault divorce state, so no one is required to prove a “fault” to obtain a divorce decree. Nonetheless, there may be reasons that you want to allege to the judge that your spouse has been unfaithful. Contact Hamilton O’Neill today. In this post, we look at why you may want to… Read More »
Broken Promises: Can You Sue for Breach of a Marriage Contract?
Many people get cold feet in the period between their engagement and their wedding day. If your fiancé calls off the wedding, do you have a legal right to sue? Once upon a time, the answer would be “yes,” but Florida has changed its law. Today, you cannot sue for a broken promise to… Read More »
These 3 Assets Are Hard to Divide in a Miami Divorce
Divorce for high net-worth couples is complicated for various reasons, with many couples having assets spread across dozens of states or foreign countries. In our experience, certain assets are harder to divide than others. In particular, pets, cryptocurrency, and small businesses are especially challenging and require the help of an experienced legal team. Call… Read More »
What is Family Law Arbitration in Florida?
Arbitration is a method of resolving a legal dispute outside of the court system. There are many advantages to arbitration, including privacy. As lawyers who have represented successful businesspeople and entertainers, we appreciate that divorce is a stressful experience when you live in the glare of the public eye. For this reason, arbitration might… Read More »
How is Executive Compensation Handled in a Miami Divorce?
Dividing marital property is one of the more challenging aspects of high net-worth divorces, especially if one spouse is an executive. When our clients and their spouses are paid by salary, determining and dividing the income is fairly easy. But executives often get paid in stock options, restricted stock options, bonuses, and deferred compensation…. Read More »