Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Most Costly Financial Mistakes to Avoid During Divorce
As attorneys who regularly advise clients who are going through the process of divorce here in Florida, we do sometimes see clients make financial mistakes that have long term repercussions. This is understandable, given how emotionally draining the process can be, however, it is also something to be avoided in order to stay on… Read More »
Should I Consider a Postmarital Agreement?
Some couples are wary of signing a premarital agreement before getting married. You might be hesitant to even discuss the idea. But a premarital (also called prenuptial) agreement is not your only chance to protect your financial future. What Is the Difference between a Premarital and Postmarital Agreement? This might seem like an obvious… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support
Parents are legally obligated to support their minor children, even if they divorce and one parent has sole parenting responsibility. Child support payments typically end on a child’s 18th birthday, but the support might continue if the child is still in high school or if the child has special needs. Florida has specific guidelines… Read More »
Five Frequently Asked Questions about Filing for Divorce in Florida
No one goes into marriage hoping to get a divorce. But life happens, and not every marriage works out. The family law attorneys at the Williams & Varsegi, LLC, know that divorce can be a stressful process, which is why we want to help you through it. To begin with, here are the answers… Read More »
Premarital Agreements
There are a lot of things to consider before getting married, like where you will live and whether you want to start a family. But you might also want to consider taking steps to protect your financial future. One way to do this is by signing a premarital agreement. What Is a Premarital Agreement?… Read More »
Williams & Varsegi, LLC, Ribbon Cutting at their Coral Springs Office
The Coral Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Williams & Varsegi, LLC, on May 17, 2018 at their Coral Springs Office. Williams & Varsegi, LLC, is a boutique family law firm with offices in Coral Springs and Boca Raton. Williams & Varsegi, LLC, is a full service family law firm… Read More »
Determining the Best Interests of a Child in Florida
In issuing child support orders, approving child custody arrangements, determining a family member’s visitation rights, and making any decisions regarding a child’s welfare, Florida courts must consider what is in the child’s best interests. Note that Florida values a child’s relationship with both parents and encourages parents to share the rights and responsibilities, and… Read More »
How Alimony Payments May Change Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
For divorced and divorcing taxpayers, alimony will be treated a different way beginning next year. As part of the larger tax overhaul last year, the Tax Cut and Jobs Act eliminated the ability of alimony-payers to deduct their support payments each year on their federal taxes. Instead, the person receiving the alimony payment will… Read More »
MOMpreneur Monday: Williams & Varsegi, LLC
April 2, 2018 MOMpreneur: n. defined as a female business owner who is actively balancing the role of mom and the role of entrepreneur. Welcome to our latest installment of MOMpreneur Monday, highlighting businesses and brands that were founded by female entrepreneurs and fellow Mommas! Today’s featured Modern Boca MOMpreneurs are Lawyers Katie Varsegi… Read More »
What Are the Different Types of Alimony in Florida?
Alimony, also called spousal maintenance, is a court-ordered transfer of money between a higher-earning spouse to a lower-earning spouse during a period of separation, and possibly for a period of time after their divorce is finalized. While the spouses are free to negotiate their own alimony payments, most couples will go through the court… Read More »
