The emotions in such cases often times run high, causing additional problems that could have otherwise been avoided. The first step couples should take is to obtain a divorce lawyer in West Palm Beach. This way, both parties can receive legal advice from a knowledgeable expert and possibly even prevent more harm being done. In… Read More >
Florida’s Division of Property Laws Explained
Every state has its own rules for how property is split in a divorce. In most cases, equitable means equal division of assets and debts, but there are instances where the judge finds this to be unfair. So the property will instead be broken into portions based on a variety of factors, including the following: • How… Read More >
Payment of my kid’s college expenses in a Florida divorce
We frequently receive inquiries as to whether parents are required to pay for their kid’s college in a Florida divorce. The obligation to pay child support in Florida typically ends after a child turns the age of 18 or turns 19 and has graduated high school. This means that a parent is not legally required… Read More >
Palm Beach Family Law & Divorce Attorney
James S. Cunha, renowned lawyer and Managing Attorney at the Law Offices of James S. Cunha, brings a wealth of experience in successful litigation of family and marital law cases to our community in Palm Beach. As a family law and divorce attorney, his law practice specializes primarily in the area of complex, high asset… Read More >
West Palm Beach Family Law Attorney on Family Law Arbitration
While it is common in Florida family law cases for parties to resolve their differences through mediation, it is less usual in the U.S. for them to resort to arbitration. Arbitration is considered one type of an alternative dispute resolution method, frequently used in other types of civil actions, that serves as an alternative to a judicial… Read More >
West Palm Beach Family Law Attorney Discusses Mediation
Oftentimes, couples who are involved in a family law dispute resort to mediation either voluntarily or pursuant to a court order. Mediation has its advantages and disadvantages, both legally and practically, and so it is important for parties to understand the framework and scope of the process before deciding on their own to pursue it… Read More >
Social Media and Legal Privacy Issues in Florida Divorces
Social media has become a part of everyday life for most Americans. According to the Pew Research Center, as of January 2014, roughly 74% of all online adults utilize some form of social networking sites. The age range with the highest percentage of social media users is 18-29 year-olds, with 89% of these online users… Read More >
Classification of Property in a Florida Divorce
Divorce can be a complicated process, depending on how long a couple has been married, how much and how many different kinds of assets they own, and whether or not they have children. The question of what constitutes a marital asset is a difficult one, especially for couples who brought a good amount of assets… Read More >
Fees of a West Palm Beach Divorce Attorney
When someone gets divorced, they understand it is likely going to be expensive. They worry that the bill for their attorney may be too much for them to afford. They may be in the process of looking for a new home, buying a new car, and paying spousal support in addition to saving money for… Read More >
Steps to take when Dividing Property in a Florida Divorce
In the State of Florida, marital property is “equitably” divided between two parting spouses during the divorce process. Meaning, it is apportioned in such a way that is fair to both parties. However, it is important to keep in mind that the terms “fair” or “equitable” do not necessarily mean equal. In general, a determination… Read More >
