It has become increasingly common for people to have more than one marriage during their lifetime. As a result, prenuptial agreements have become an important estate planning tool. In fact, without a prenuptial agreement, a new spouse may be able to invalidate your existing estate plan. Such agreements are especially…
An uncontested divorce is one in which both parties agree to the terms of the divorce. The value of an uncontested divorce, as opposed to a contested divorce, is that the parties can avoid the time, cost, and anxiety associated with a contentious divorce case. When the parties obtain an…
To obtain a divorce in Florida, a party only needs to prove that the marriage is “irretrievably broken.” Florida is a no-fault state and either party may obtain a divorce regardless of marital misconduct. However, that doesn’t mean misconduct will not have an effect on the outcome of the divorce. …
The coronavirus pandemic is another example of how life is unpredictable, and how we often have to adjust to changing circumstances that affect our lives. Even before the pandemic, it was recommended to work with your estate lawyer to review your estate plan after key life events. This ensures that…
#1 Custody We have received a number of calls from moms and dads expressing concern over sending their children for timesharing with the other parent due to risks associated with the coronavirus (COVID-19), and this is an important concern to take to your family law attorney. Some areas of the…
You want your healthcare wishes to be honored and your family to have a clear understanding of your wishes in the event your health declines. Here are some easy and important ideas to consider when signing an Advance Health Care Directive. Advance Health Care Directives are health care decisions you…
There’s no doubt about it, divorce is a stressful and emotionally tasking experience for all parties involved. Not to mention all of the changes that you will undergo in the near future such as new living arrangements, financial decisions, and child custody. Since this can all be overwhelming to someone…
Divorce is a taxing experience for anyone. Not only will you have to deal with the emotional toll that comes with separation, but you’ll also have to deal with the financial and legal burden as well. It’s during these hard times that The Wheeler Firm is here to support you.…
A divorce is a difficult situation to deal with, not only for the couple, but for their children and family as well. If you or your spouse just filed for divorce, your children are probably a top concern and you’ll want to ensure they are able to recover emotionally the…
Retirement is something that we all look forward to. It’s a time when you get to settle into a more comfortable lifestyle and benefit from all the hard work you’ve done throughout your life. It’s also a time when we can pursue things that we never had a chance to…
