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Florida Divorce Depositions: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Divorce
July 20, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Florida Divorce Depositions: What to Expect and How to Prepare

A deposition is sworn, out-of-court testimony used during the discovery phase of a Florida divorce. Learn how notice, questions, documents, remote appearances, and preparation work — and how to approach the process with confidence.

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What Is a Guardian Ad Litem in Florida Custody Cases?
Child Custody
July 17, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

What Is a Guardian Ad Litem in Florida Custody Cases?

In contested custody disputes, a Florida court may appoint a guardian ad litem — an independent investigator who evaluates parenting situations and recommends what serves the child's best interests. Here's how the process works, what a GAL can and cannot do, and how to prepare.

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How to Modify Child Support in Florida: What Parents Need to Know
Alimony & Support
July 13, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

How to Modify Child Support in Florida: What Parents Need to Know

If your financial circumstances have changed significantly since your last child support order, Florida law allows you to petition for modification. Here's how the process works, what qualifies as a substantial change, and what you need to file.

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Protecting Inherited Assets in a Florida Divorce: What You Need to Know
Divorce
July 10, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Protecting Inherited Assets in a Florida Divorce: What You Need to Know

Inherited property is classified as non-marital under Florida law — but that protection can be lost through commingling. Here's how to keep your inheritance separate and what happens when the lines blur.

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Imputing Income in Florida Child Support and Alimony Cases: What Courts Look For
Alimony & Support
July 6, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Imputing Income in Florida Child Support and Alimony Cases: What Courts Look For

When a parent or spouse is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed, Florida courts can assign an earning capacity for child support and alimony calculations. Here's how income imputation works and what it means for your case.

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Contempt of Court in Florida Family Law: Enforcing Court Orders When Your Ex Won't Comply
Divorce
July 3, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Contempt of Court in Florida Family Law: Enforcing Court Orders When Your Ex Won't Comply

When a former spouse refuses to follow a court order — whether it involves child support, alimony, or time-sharing — Florida law provides enforcement tools including contempt proceedings. Here's what you need to know before filing.

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Dividing a Business in a Florida Divorce: Valuation, Goodwill, and What Owners Need to Know
Divorce
June 29, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Dividing a Business in a Florida Divorce: Valuation, Goodwill, and What Owners Need to Know

A business can be one of the most valuable and contested assets in a Florida divorce. Learn how courts classify, value, and divide business interests — and why documentation matters from day one.

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Modifying a Parenting Plan in Florida: When Time-Sharing Can Change After Divorce
Child Custody
June 26, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Modifying a Parenting Plan in Florida: When Time-Sharing Can Change After Divorce

Parenting plans are court orders — not suggestions. But when life changes, Florida law may allow time-sharing or parental responsibility to be modified. Here's what parents need to know before filing.

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Military Divorce in Florida: Special Rules, Unique Challenges, and What You Need to Know
Divorce
June 22, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Military Divorce in Florida: Special Rules, Unique Challenges, and What You Need to Know

Military divorces follow different rules than civilian divorces — federal law, deployment protections, pension division, and jurisdiction questions all come into play. Here's what Florida servicemembers and their spouses need to understand.

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Divorcing a Narcissist in Florida: What to Expect and How to Protect Yourself
Divorce
June 19, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Divorcing a Narcissist in Florida: What to Expect and How to Protect Yourself

Divorcing a narcissist is nothing like a typical divorce. Expect manipulation, endless conflict, and attempts to control the process. Here's what Florida law offers — and the strategies that actually work.

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Parental Alienation in Florida: What It Is, How Courts Handle It, and What You Can Do
Child Custody
June 16, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Parental Alienation in Florida: What It Is, How Courts Handle It, and What You Can Do

When a parent systematically turns a child against the other parent, it's called parental alienation — and Florida courts take it seriously. Learn how to recognize it, document it, and protect your relationship with your child.

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Domestic Violence Injunctions in Florida: How to Get One, and What It Means for Your Divorce
General
June 13, 2026 Doreen Yaffa

Domestic Violence Injunctions in Florida: How to Get One, and What It Means for Your Divorce

A domestic violence injunction in Florida can provide immediate protection — and it can significantly affect your divorce and custody case. Here's what you need to know.

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