Category Archives: Divorce
Wonder Women: HVW LAW GROUP Everything Family Law – Because Family Is Everything
The “Wonder Women” at HVW Law Group are featured in the April 2020 Edition of the Boca Observer. As caring and compassionate family law attorneys, Sara Horowitz, Katie Varsegi and Emerald Williams help their clients navigate emotionally challenging issues from divorce and prenuptial agreements to child custody and adoptions. To read the full article… Read More »
Florida Divorce: How to Uncover Hidden Assets
Under Florida law (Florida Statutes § 61.075), a divorcing couple’s assets are divided in an “equitable” manner. Of course, marital property cannot be split fairly unless both parties know exactly what they owned—both independently and jointly. If you are going through a divorce, both you and your spouse are required to make financial disclosures. … Read More »
Florida Divorce: Your Guide to Wedding Rings and Engagement Rings
Engagement rings are expensive. It is not uncommon for people to spend several thousand dollars—or far more—on a ring. This raises some important questions: Who gets the ring if you never actually get married? What if both parties agree to break off the engagement? What happens if you do get married but end up… Read More »
Florida Divorce: What are Required Financial Disclosures?
Before a divorce can be finalized, the parties must divide their divide their assets and liabilities. In Florida, marital property is split in an equitable manner. Of course, it is impossible to fairly divide property if you do not know what you and your spouse own. This is why Florida requires divorcing couples to… Read More »
Florida Divorce: Will My Prenuptial Agreement Be Enforced?
A prenuptial agreement is a contract a couple signs before their marriage that controls how their property and assets will be handled in the event of a separation. While prenuptial agreements are legally enforceable in the state of Florida, they must meet strict standards—otherwise, the prenup can be invalidated. If you are getting divorced… Read More »
Divorce Tips for Doctors and Other Medical Professionals
There are few things more difficult than ending a marriage. For doctors and other high net worth medical professionals, going through a divorce can be especially challenging. There are often complex financial and legal issues that must be addressed and resolved. At HVW Law Group, we have extensive experience representing doctors and other skilled… Read More »
Can My Former Spouse Move Away With the Children?
Relocation can be a significant source of conflict for separated parents who have young children together. You may be wondering: Does my spouse have the right to move away with our child? The answer is that it depends entirely on the specific circumstances of your case. That being said, in certain situations, custodial parents… Read More »
Florida Family Law: Your Guide to Durational Alimony
Alimony (spousal support/spousal maintenance) is an obligation that one has to provide financial support to their former spouse following a marital separation. In Florida, there are multiple types of spousal support — including the newest type: durational alimony. In this article, our divorce lawyers based in Coral Springs and Boca Raton provide a comprehensive… Read More »
Splitting Up Retirement Savings in High Net Worth Divorce? How Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) Can Help
For high net worth couples, getting divorced can be especially complicated. If you and your partner have tax advantaged retirement savings, pension benefits, or any other ERISA benefits, it is imperative that discuss these financial issues with an experienced family law attorney. Failure to take the proper steps to protect your assets could subject… Read More »
New Study Indicates That Trying to Go Through Divorce Without an Attorney May Be More Dangerous Than You Think
A new study indicates that trying to represent yourself in court to complete your divorce can be absolutely disastrous. The study, titled “Trapped in Marriage,” was published by Harvard Law, and specifically found that, over the course of three years, individuals who had to rely on self-help materials in order to get a divorce… Read More »
