Categories for Divorce

My Ex Got My Stimulus Check—How Can I Get My Portion Back?

June 7, 2021

Since April 2020, many Americans have received as many as three stimulus payments to help them get through the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re going through a divorce, the stimulus checks may have been mailed to your ex (or direct deposited in their account). When a divorce is less than amicable—or... View Article

Who Is Entitled to Receive the Stimulus Check During a Divorce?

April 29, 2021

By now, qualifying Americans have received up to three stimulus checks. These checks, called “economic impact payments,” are designed to help families during the COVID-19 pandemic. They’re issued based on your prior tax returns: how much income you make and how many people are in your household determine how much... View Article

What to Expect with Divorce Mediation

March 1, 2021

If you’re about to go through divorce proceedings, you might assume that both of you need to hire attorneys. In particularly adversarial cases, that’s a good idea—but if it’s an amicable separation, divorce mediation in Miami, FL might be a better idea. Not only does it cost less than a... View Article

How Do Social Security Benefits Change When Divorcing?

February 15, 2021

Most people hope that marriage will help them build a life together, for better or for worse, in sickness and in health—and especially when it’s time to retire. If you or your partner already receive or are set to receive Social Security benefits, you’re probably wondering how that gets divided... View Article

How Long Does It Take to Get Divorced in Florida?

December 3, 2020

Even if everything is amicable, getting divorced is no fun. It’s a legally and emotionally turbulent period for anyone. In fact, more than one study has indicated that a divorce can be the most stressful time in a person’s life. That prolonged stress can make this already tumultuous period all... View Article

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