Can pending asylum block a Hague child return order?
A pending asylum application does not automatically stop a U.S. court from ordering a child’s...
Over 50 Years Of Providing International Family Law Support To Families Around The Globe
Attorney Lawrence S. Katz
Your guide to getting a divorce when your spouse lives overseas
Deciding to end a marriage is an often difficult journey. However, when your spouse lives in another country, the distance can compound an already stressful situation. It is completely natural to feel uncertain about how to bridge the gap between Florida law and international borders. International divorce cases can be complex. You may need to serve legal papers in another…
Can AI prepare your Florida divorce better than a human lawyer?
Thinking about divorce is stressful enough without worrying about the legal costs. You may feel...
What a Prenuptial Agreement Can and Cannot Do
Planning a wedding in Florida? While cake tastings and venue scouting take center stage, a prenuptial agreement (prenup) can offer peace of mind in a more lasting and profound way. This legal document, signed before marriage, dictates how assets, spousal support and even some non-financial matters will be handled in the event of divorce. However, just as important, these agreements…
How Florida Courts Determine Parenting Time After Divorce
Divorce can be a difficult and emotionally charged experience for everyone involved, especially children. One of the most crucial aspects to navigate during this process is determining parenting time, formerly known as visitation. In Florida, courts prioritize the child’s best interests above all else when establishing parenting plans. This means a judge will meticulously examine various factors to ensure a…
How Your Spouse Might Be Hiding Assets in a Divorce
Division of assets during a divorce can be complicated even when the spouses are cooperating, but it becomes far more problematic when either spouse attempts to conceal assets. Such actions can lead to a prolonged legal battle at increased costs, potentially leaving one spouse unfairly disadvantaged. If you believe your spouse is not being candid about all the property they…
Common Problems Faced in Long-Distance Parental Relocation
Child custody and visitation arrangements are ordered in a divorce based on the principle that a child benefits from having continued relationships with both parents. However, with time, there can be changes of circumstances, including a desire by one parent to relocate a considerable distance away from the other. Sometimes the planned move is to another state or across the…
Using Mandatory Mediation to Advantage in a Florida Divorce
In Florida, mediation is typically required in divorce cases involving child custody, visitation and support issues, as well as cases in which there is marital property to be distributed. The goal of mediation is to help the parties reach acceptable solutions without going to court. While some spouses go through the required sessions begrudgingly, mandatory mediation can be quite useful…
Special Issues in Dividing Offshore Assets or Business Holdings in a Divorce
Dividing marital assets during divorce is seldom a straightforward process, and it can become far more complex when one or both spouses have offshore assets or foreign business holdings. Florida, known for its beautiful beaches and sunny weather, is a popular destination for individuals with international ties. For this and other reasons, divorce cases involving offshore wealth are not uncommon…
How a New Florida Law Enhances Unwed Fathers’ Rights
Effective July 1, 2023, a new Florida law creates a revised procedure for unmarried fathers to establish paternity, child support and visitation. The result is that many unwed fathers can now receive parental rights that were previously exclusive to the mother of a newborn child. Under prior law, without a court order establishing a timesharing schedule and parental responsibility, an…