A commonly accepted definition of high net worth is $1,000,000 or more in liquid assets. The professionals at the Law Offices of James S. Cunha, P.A. possess the experience and skill necessary to ensure that the outcome of your high net worth divorce does justice for you and your family’s future needs. The divorce of… Read More >
Community Property versus Equitable Distribution
There are several factors that will affect the outcome of your divorce, from the length of your marriage, each of your incomes and assets, and the involvement of children. One important factor, however, will play a large role in the outcome of the distribution of your marital assets. That factor is the location of your… Read More >
Florida Woman Pushes for Passage of Grandparents’ Rights Bill in Florida
Yvonne Stewart of Sanford, Florida last saw her daughter almost two and a half years ago. Michelle Parker, mother of two young twins, vanished on November 17, 2011, the same day her appearance on “The People’s Court” television show aired. Michelle Parker had gone on the show with her ex-fiancé to resolve a dispute over… Read More >
Witness Protection Program Complicates Florida Divorce
One Florida woman is finding it isn’t so easy to obtain a divorce when your husband is in the federal prison witness protection system. Kim Rothstein, also known as federal inmate 00685-104, is the wife of a convicted Ponzi scheme fraudster. Scott Rothstein, who will be turning 52 soon, is serving a 50 year prison… Read More >
Top 5 Mistakes Made by Divorcing Couples in Florida
Divorce is a time of immense stress, uncertainty, and upheaval. Navigating this difficult process can be a challenge for anyone. Surviving your divorce and emerging successfully on a personal, financial, and emotional front requires a thorough self-evaluation, external awareness, and some help from a Florida attorney well versed in the field of family and divorce… Read More >
Will I Receive Alimony in My Florida Divorce?
For all spouses, life will change significantly following a divorce. Depending upon your individual circumstances, you may lose the financial support of the primary breadwinner, have to move out of the family home, divide your possessions, and share time with your children. Recognizing the financial impact that always accompanies a divorce, the Florida legislature has… Read More >
Tips to Help You Rebound Financially After a Florida Divorce
Getting a divorce will impact your finances. Along with the loss of your spouse’s income, you could lose your retirement benefits, moral support, and the safety net that may exist with having a marital partner. On the other hand, perhaps your spouse was not good with managing money and you are now able to save…. Read More >
What Can I Do If My Ex Fails to Pay Child Support
When a child support order was issued in your divorce case, you may have had some doubts about whether the support payments would actually come your way. It is also possible that you never expected that your ex would fail to pay child support. Either way, if you are in a situation where child support… Read More >
If You Have Been Served With Florida Divorce Papers
If you have been served with Florida divorce papers, you understandably may be in a state of shock. While some people know that a divorce is on the horizon, others have no idea that their spouse is considering such an action until they serve them with divorce papers. Either way, now that you have been… Read More >
Mistakes that many Divorcing Parents Make in Florida
If you are going through a divorce, you are probably aware of how it is affecting your entire family, including the kids. Children look to their parents for stability, in both a physical and emotional sense. Fortunately, when parents approach divorce in a respectful and considerate manner, their children’s needs both during and after the… Read More >