The better question is: “Who is the best family law attorney for me? Everyone’s case is different and while you might be able to find the oldest, the most experienced, or the most popular family law attorney near you, that doesn’t necessarily mean . . .
So what does the current COVID-19 pandemic mean for Florida courts? For the time being, it means most court proceedings will be held remotely with attorneys and clients appearing telephonically and submitting evidence electronically. No jury trials will be conducted, and no mass-motion calendar hearings will occur for issues regarding child-support and simplified divorces. I will do my best to update this page as more information becomes available. Stay calm, stay safe, and do your part to protect those most vulnerable during this time.
It crept up on me, but I guess I’m busy now. Halfway through my first year of starting my own…
One thing I don’t think you appreciate until you become a lawyer, or part of any professional association, is what the term “board certified” means. It sounds fancy to someone who doesn’t know the profession, but within the profession you realize that it means that person has a lot more knowledge than other attorneys in the field…
But, what can you do during a short break in the middle of the day? Below I’ve listed some activities I like to do to break up my day and cope with daytime isolation.
Time is the most precious resource any of us have. Yet, sometimes it seems to completely elude us leaving us…
When you have something important to say it’s always best to communicate in person. Good communication is the key to any lasting relationship. Communicate honestly, communicate in person, and communicate often.
I often advise my clients as to what course of action they should take regarding their legal issues. Clients naturally want to know what the outcome will be when the case is over and the dust has settled. It can be difficult to explain that while I may have a good idea of how things should turn out in the end, the fact is…
Even after divorce, parents need to have an open line of communication about matters concerning the child. You don’t have to be best friends or even like each other, but you do still have to talk in some way to your ex about your child. For better or worse, you share a child, and it is important for your child to be able to live his or her life without . . .
Family law is a very different area of the law compared to civil or criminal. It is much more fluid and open to interpretation than other fields of law. Of the different laws and rules that are involved in practicing family law, the “best interest of the child” is one that can be especially contentious.