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Category Archives: Divorce

How to determine if an asset is marital or non-marital property

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Throughout their lives, people in Florida purchase various types of property and assets, put money in bank accounts, and have retirement accounts, vehicles, collectibles and other types of property. They acquire these various assets at different points in time in their lives. While the timing of when they acquired it may not change the… Read More »

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12 signs that you may be headed toward divorce

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

If your marriage has been rocky lately, then you might be wondering if divorce is right for you. It’s a big question to answer, and taking the plunge into marriage dissolution is a serious decision to make. But, depending on the facts of your situation, divorce may be your path to freedom and happiness…. Read More »

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Is it time to divorce?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Readers of this blog have read a lot of posts about the legal side of divorce, and some on the emotional side of divorce. However, what many unhappy people are looking for are ways to know when it is time to divorce. Soul searching Before looking for signs, look inside. Everyone’s breaking point is… Read More »

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How is alimony determined in Florida?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

When a couple first gets married, they often must learn how to join their lives together. This can mean combining finances, sharing household responsibilities, and raising children together. If the couple ever decides to get divorced, it can be difficult to learn to live independently once again. This can be especially difficult for a… Read More »

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Should divorcing spouses take out credit cards?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Money is always a heated topic in divorce. And, sometimes, if a marriage has a spouse that controls most, if not all, of the family’s wealth, they may attempt to block the other spouse from accessing all marriage funds and lines of credit (i.e., removing them from bank accounts, removing them as authorized users,… Read More »

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Is it possible to shield children from the effects of divorce?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

We tend to think of children as being more resilient than adults, but when it comes to divorce, the age of the child when the split happens will create differing levels of stress and trauma. Divorce affects more than one million children in the United States each year. It is useful to have tips… Read More »

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What options for divorce do I have in Florida?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

When a married couple from the Sunshine State decides they cannot stay together, the path they are taking will influence the rest of their lives and, if they have a family, their children’s lives too. For residents of Lakeland and surrounding areas, understanding the process of separation and divorce does not make it feel… Read More »

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Five important facts about getting divorced in Florida

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Divorce is a simple term that encompasses a multitude of different legal processes. While a divorce technically ends a marriage, it can also involve complicated negotiations surrounding child support, custody, alimony, and property division. When considering divorce proceedings, a Florida resident should be fully aware of the many important decisions and negotiations they will… Read More »

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Here’s how to develop a divorce negotiation strategy

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Although most divorces seem highly contentious, the fact of the matter is that the vast majority of them settle before going to trial. That means the parties somehow find a way to work together to hash out a resolution that works for both of them. One reason this approach is appealing is that it… Read More »

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