Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How Can Third Persons Impact A Child Custody Case?
Parenting decisions and issues are often one of the most important determinations in a Florida divorce case. Parents are the major decision makers, but there are others who may have a serious impact on the outcome of the case. Third persons, also known as third parties, can substantially alter the decision of the court,… Read More »
Supervised Timesharing In Child Custody Cases
The Florida court presumes that it is in a child’s best interest to maintain a relationship with both parents after a divorce. However, there may be certain situations where it is not in the child’s best interest for them to spend time alone with one parent. In these situations, the court may order supervised… Read More »
Child Support In High Income Families
When children are involved in a Florida divorce, one of the biggest considerations is the determination of their child support needs. This question can become more complicated for high net worth families and requires the experience of a Florida divorce attorney who has a history of handling high income cases. At the Law Offices… Read More »
What Is A Prenuptial Agreement?
When most people think of prenuptial agreements, they think of stereotypical and dramatic moments between couples on television and in movies. However, in reality, a prenuptial agreement can be a useful tool for couples that can strengthen a relationship if created properly by an experienced family law attorney. At the Law Offices of David… Read More »
Can I Record My Spouse During A Divorce?
People are often calm and respectful in court during a divorce, but spouses can be angry, threatening, and hurtful when outside of the courtroom. Many people consider recording their spouse’s behavior as evidence in the case, but Florida’s strict laws on privacy could result in civil or criminal penalties if you record your spouse… Read More »
Can I Get An Annulment In Florida?
When most marriages end, a couple will file for divorce. However, there are certain situations that allow for a couple in Florida to file for an annulment instead. Annulment is very different from divorce, and if you are considering this option it is important to have an experienced attorney assist with your case. The… Read More »
Changing The Venue Of A Divorce
If you have decided to file for divorce, there are many different details to consider. One of the most important decisions is where to file for the divorce, which is also known as the venue. There are times when it may be necessary to change the venue of a divorce case for you or… Read More »
Divorce Considerations For A Child With Special Needs
Parents who have a child with special needs must make additional considerations when they file for divorce. Planning for the child’s future medical, financial, and legal needs are critical to the divorce process in addition to the other common issues that routinely arise in a Florida divorce case. You need an experienced divorce attorney… Read More »
How The Privacy Of Mediation Can Benefit Your Divorce
When a couple in Florida decides to divorce, they have more options than simply arguing out the issues in court. One alternative option to traditional litigation is mediation, which is a dispute resolution method focused on compromise that takes place outside of the courtroom. One of the biggest benefits of mediation for many couples… Read More »
How To Invalidate A Prenuptial Agreement
Most prenuptial agreements are made after input from both spouses and can come with significant benefits for everyone involved. However, occasionally a prenuptial agreement is made in bad faith, with one spouse only looking out for themselves. When this situation ends in divorce, it may be necessary to invalidate the prenuptial agreement, and the… Read More »
