Do you jointly own property in Florida, but things aren’t going so well? Maybe it’s a piece of land you inherited with a sibling, or a house you bought with an ex. Now one of you wants to sell and the other refuses. This is exactly the type of situation where a Partition Action in […]
If you’ve ever heard someone mention a Lady Bird Deed and thought, “Is that a real thing?” — yes, it absolutely is. And if you’re a Florida homeowner looking for an easy way to pass your property to someone when you die without going through probate, it might just be your new best friend. As […]
Let’s face it, no one walks down the aisle thinking, “One day, I’ll be Googling ‘quickest way to get divorced in Florida.” But life happens. Maybe the spark fizzled. Maybe the bathroom counter clutter drove you crazy. Or maybe you both just realized you’re better off as drinking buddies. Either way, if you’re aiming for […]
Contested divorces in Florida seldom make sense, and here is why. Divorces are unlike a typical civil lawsuit. Unlike a breach of contract lawsuit, for example, there is no declared winner or loser in a contested divorce. In most cases, the judge will simply apply the same default rules at the conclusion of the trial […]
Throughout 2020 and into 2021, 2.04 million Floridians have contracted COVID-19. Sadly, over 33,000 residents have died from the disease, while over 83,000 Floridians have required hospitalization for the virus. Even if the first two numbers weren’t tragic enough, that last number alone should give all of us pause. While mere exposure to COVID means […]
Holidays are emotional times of the year, but that’s even more so this year when COVID has already disrupted so many plans and will continue to limit family celebrations well into the New Year. It also means that separated or divorced families should come up with a solid parenting plan – i.e., a child custody […]
Partner Jim Ippoliti explains the importance of having a Power of Attorney and a will. Jim helps individuals and their families develop plans to ensure their health care wishes are honored.
