by James Ferraro | Apr 14, 2011 | Florida Family Law
The issue of property division, or equitable distribution, is often the first and foremost concern among dissolution of marriage litigants. While your circumstances may or may not weigh in favor of alimony, child-issues or attorney’s fees; very few divorces can...
by James Ferraro | Apr 14, 2011 | Florida Family Law
From time to time I come across a client who asks whether an engagement ring is considered a marital asset and, if so, whether it will be subject to the equitable distribution/property division performed at the end of the case. The simple answer is that an engagement...
by James Ferraro | Apr 14, 2011 | Florida Family Law
In addition to substantial tax savings/benefits which accompany IRAs, 401ks and other qualified retirement plans, they are often exempt from creditors claims. This makes them a useful asset protection tool. One creditor who is not hindered by these general...
by James Ferraro | Apr 14, 2011 | Florida Family Law
When parties are covered by a group health plan during the marriage, the non-participant spouse is often left without a permanent source of coverage when the marriage ends. Once the temporary relief provided by COBRA or Mini-COBRA ends; a former spouse who is...
by RJ Ferraro | Apr 1, 2011 | Case Law Updates, Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, News
R.J. Ferraro, is a Family Law and Criminal Defense Lawyer who has practiced in and around Florida’s Treasure Coast since 2001. Whether handling jury trials for those accused of crimes or bench trials before a family court, R.J. Ferraro spends the majority of...
