by James Ferraro | Apr 2, 2014 | Divorce, Florida Family Law, Legal Principles
After the dust settles and the terms of a divorce become final, issues still arise that need handling. One common issue is when one of the parties remarries and needs to relocate with a new spouse. If there are children, the question about removing the children from...
by James Ferraro | Apr 1, 2014 | Divorce, Equitable Distribution, Legal Principles
Divorce cases are made up of many complex issues, can be volatile, and take a financial as well as emotional toll on the parties. For some couples, the decision to submit their case to mediation is the right choice. The Ferraro Law Group participates in litigation of...
by James Ferraro | Mar 31, 2014 | Divorce, Florida Family Law, QDROs
At the conclusion of your divorce, if you expect to receive distributions from your ex-spouse’s retirement plan, you need more than just the divorce decree. You will also need a separate document called a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO). If your divorce did...
by James Ferraro | Mar 20, 2014 | Divorce, Florida Family Law
When a Name Change is Allowed Not so many years ago you would be hard pressed to hear the question “are you taking his name” posed to a bride entering marriage. Recently though, the decision to keep a maiden name, or to hyphenate is all the buzz. While initially...
by James Ferraro | Mar 19, 2014 | Divorce, Florida Family Law
Payment of alimony in Florida can have an element of permanency. Advocates on both sides of the financial equation are keeping their eye on possible reform to this structure. The issue is critical for both sides because for those that are making alimony payments,...
