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August 24, 2021
Family Law

Child Support Modifications: Can They Happen and When?

If you are a parent of a minor child and are going through, or have already gone through, divorce proceedings, then you are likely familiar with child support payments. Florida...

July 27, 2021
Family Law

Step-Parent Adoption: Process and Rights Explained

Florida law allows a stepparent to adopt his or her stepchild, to receive equal and full parental rights and responsibilities over the stepchild. It is not uncommon that a child’s...

June 29, 2021
Probate Law

What is Exempt Property and How is it Relevant to Probate?

When a person passes away, it is not uncommon for creditors to file claims against their estate. Typically, these claims will be filed by creditors who are attempting to collect...

October 01, 2020
Probate Law

What is a Special Needs Trust?

A special needs trust is a trust which does not interfere with a disabled trust beneficiary’s eligibility for government benefits. Special Needs Trust Administration A properly drafted special needs trust...

September 02, 2020
Guardianship

What is a Minor Guardianship?

A guardian is someone who is appointed to make legal decisions for someone else, who is unable to make those decisions on their own. Guardianship may be sought for incapacitated...