Jacksonville, FL Family Law Blog

10 Dec, 2024

How Far Back Can Child Support Be Claimed?

Juris Digital2024-12-10T16:52:17-05:00December 10th, 2024|Child Support|

How Far Back Can Child Support Be Claimed As a parent, it can be incredibly frustrating when the other parent doesn’t fulfill their child support obligations. If you’re facing this issue, you may be trying to figure out how far back you can claim child support and what your options are to collect missed payments. The good news is that there are legal ways to make sure […]

23 Oct, 2024

Mistakes Parents Make When Setting Up A Trust Fund

Juris Digital2026-09-22T07:34:08-04:00October 23rd, 2024|Child Support, Family Law, Trust and Estate|

Discover how to safeguard your child’s financial future by avoiding common mistakes in trust fund setup, ensuring their success and security.

Key Takeaways

Critical Importance of a Trustee: The choice of trustee is paramount; a reliable individual or professional ensures the trust’s goals are met.
Specificity in Asset Distribution: Conditions for asset distribution should align with beneficiaries’ maturity and needs, preventing […]

23 Oct, 2024

What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Florida?

Rebeccah2026-04-14T10:10:35-04:00October 23rd, 2024|Estate Planning, Wills and Trust|

If a Florida resident dies without a will, their property will pass to their closest relatives through the Florida intestate laws. Intestate laws set out a rigid formula for judges to distribute assets to family members to avoid a situation where the deceased person’s assets end up with the state. However, because […]

20 Sep, 2024

Enforcing a Child Custody or Support Order

Juris Digital2024-09-20T17:25:41-04:00September 20th, 2024|Child Custody, Family Law|

When a parent fails to adhere to a child custody (now referred to as time sharing) or child support order, it can be a deeply distressing and disruptive experience for the other parent and the child. If you’re struggling to enforce a custody or support order, you’re probably wondering what your options are. This post explores the […]

13 Sep, 2024

How Does Adultery Affect a Divorce?

Juris Digital2024-09-20T17:27:28-04:00September 13th, 2024|Child Custody, Divorce, Family Law|

Divorce is rarely straightforward, but when adultery enters the equation, it can add an extra layer of emotional and legal complexity. The betrayal of trust often leads to anger, sadness, and confusion. You’re likely wondering how it would affect you in a divorce if your spouse has cheated.

Adultery and divorce do not always substantially impact each other. In Florida, while […]