Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Is a Divorce Mediation Agreement Enforceable in Florida?
Mediation can be a great option to resolve your divorce without a big fight. Under Florida law (Florida Statutes § 44.102), mediation is defined as “an informal and non adversarial process with the objective of helping the disputing parties reach a mutually acceptable and voluntary agreement.” When a successful resolution is reached, mediation ends… Read More »
Five Financial Risks to Be Aware of If You are Preparing for a Divorce in Florida
Divorce is complicated. You have probably heard plenty of horror stories about people who have been financially damaged—sometimes even financially ruined—by a difficult divorce. The good news is that it does not have to be that way. At the Law Office of Gale H. Moore P.A., we help clients prepare for the financial risks… Read More »
Can You Change Attorneys in the Middle of a Divorce in Florida?
Are you going through a divorce in Florida? It is crucial that you have professional legal representation. Divorce is complicated. The right attorney can protect your family law rights and your financial interests. You may want to ask: Can I change my lawyer during the middle of the divorce process? In Florida, the answer… Read More »
Do Florida’s New Alimony Law Apply Retroactively?
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed a collection of family law reforms. One piece of legislation—Senate Bill 1416 (SB 1416)—dramatically changed spousal support in our state. Most notably, SB 1416 ended permanent alimony. The law also made other key changes that are expected to lead to a collective reduction in the amount of alimony… Read More »
Family Law Reform in Florida: What Parents Should Know About the State’s New Child Time-Sharing Law
Earlier this year, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill that reformed our state’s child time-sharing laws. For divorced or separated parents who share young children, it is crucial that you understand the impact of these reforms. Here, our Clearwater child custody attorney provides a detailed account of the key things separated parents should know… Read More »
When Will a Court in Florida Order Supervised Visitation (Time-Sharing)?
A parent’s relationship with their child is important. A parent without primary legal or physical custody will still often have visitation rights. In Florida, the term “visitation” falls under “child time-sharing.” In some limited cases, a court may require supervision for parental rights. This occurs when supervised visitation is deemed necessary to protect the… Read More »
Florida Family Law Reform: Understanding the New Rules for Durational Alimony
Senate Bill 1416 (SB 1416) was signed into law by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis earlier this year. The legislation reforms our state’s alimony laws—including the standard for durational alimony. At the Law Office of Gale H. Moore P.A., we help people navigate the full range of divorce issues. Here, our Clearwater spousal support attorney… Read More »
What Parents Should Know About the Changes to Florida’s Paternity Laws (More Protections for Unwed Fathers)
As reported by Florida Politics, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 775 (HB 775) into law earlier this year. The legislation—which reforms Florida Statute 742—has major implications for the determination of parentage (paternity) cases. HB 775 officially took effect in the state on July 1st, 2023—meaning it is now active law. Here, our Clearwater… Read More »
Your Guide to Florida’s 2023 Alimony Reform (Permanent Alimony Ending)
According to a report from CBS News, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1416 (SB 1416) into law. It is a comprehensive reform package that, among other things, effectively ends permanent alimony in Florida. The bill has major implications for people in our state. Within this blog post, our Clearwater spousal support attorney… Read More »
Four Key Considerations that Should Be Addressed as Part of a Child Support Case in Florida
A divorce or separation in Pinellas County is never easy—especially for parents of a young child. A wide range of family law issues need to be addressed, including child support obligations. Child support cases can be complicated. It is best to be as detail-focused as possible when going through the process. Here, our Clearwater… Read More »
