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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 »

How To Help Children Process A Divorce
Navigating a divorce is difficult for spouses, but when minor children are involved, they must also process this significant change in their life. There are steps that parents can take to help a child prepare emotionally for a divorce, and the Law Offices of David L. Hirschberg are here to help with every step… Read More »

How To Find The Right Florida Divorce Attorney
Filing for divorce is often cited as one of the biggest and most stressful moments in a person’s life. It is critical that you have a knowledgeable and experienced divorce attorney helping you through this difficult time, but how do you find the right divorce attorney for your case? At the Law Offices of… Read More »

Can What Is Said In Mediation Be Used Against Me?
One of the most popular methods of resolving divorce matters in Florida is divorce mediation. This type of alternative dispute resolution method takes place outside of the courtroom, but it is not for everyone. There are times when mediation does not work out, and spouses become concerned that what was discussed or negotiated during… Read More »

When Can Grandparents File For Visitation Or Custody Rights?
Grandparents hold a special place in the family, and the grandparent/grandchild relationship can be a special one. However, in some families, relationships can get strained, and grandparents can be cut off from their grandchildren. In certain limited situations, a grandparent in Florida may be able to file for visitation or custody rights of their… Read More »

How to Enforce a Florida Alimony Order
In many Florida divorce cases, the court will order one spouse to pay the other alimony during and after divorce proceedings in order to help the spouse with the lower income maintain their standard of living and assist in the transition to financial independence. However, in some cases the spouse ordered to pay support… Read More »

The Benefits of Child Custody Mediation
Determining child custody (in Florida, it is referred to as timesharing and parental responsibility) is often one of the most difficult and emotional decisions for parents who are getting a divorce. Each parent wants to spend as much time as possible with their child and be as involved as possible in the decisions about… Read More »