Fort Lauderdale Family Law Blog
4 Jan
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: January 4, 20264:06 am
Getting divorced in South Florida means dealing with one of three different county court systems. Each one handles things its own way. The...
4 Jan
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: January 4, 20263:56 am
Mandatory Financial Disclosure in Florida Divorce Rule 12.285 Checklist
Divorce in Florida? Get ready for a mountain of paperwork. One of the big hurdles is mandatory financial disclosure under Rule 12.285. Rule...
3 Oct
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: October 3, 20252:33 am
Tax & Alimony: What Fort Lauderdale Couples Need To Know After Settlement
Getting divorced in Fort Lauderdale brings about numerous changes, and taxes on alimony payments often catch people off guard. Many...
3 Oct
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: October 3, 20252:26 am
Retirement Accounts & Divorce: How QDROs Really Work Step-by-Step Guide
Dividing retirement accounts during divorce is complex. A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) ensures assets like 401(k)s and pensions are...
3 Oct
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: October 3, 20252:10 am
Protecting Business Interests During a Divorce -Planning, Valuation and Buy-outs
Divorce can threaten everything a business owner has built over years of hard work and investment. Protecting business interests during...
5 Sep
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: September 5, 20251:56 am
Negotiating Spousal Support in Collaborative Settlements — Practical Phrases & Sample Clauses
Spousal support in collaborative settlements is negotiated through transparent disclosure, cooperative dialogue, and clear written clauses that...
5 Sep
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: September 5, 20251:48 am
30-Day Financial Prep Before a Collaborative Divorce Intake
Financial preparation for a CollaborativeDivorce intake means gathering and organizing income, account, debt, and property records before the first...
5 Sep
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: September 5, 20251:39 am
How to File for Divorce in Broward County: Courthouse, Fees, and Filing Packet
Filing for divorce in Broward County starts with opening a case. The spouse filing submits a dissolution of marriage petition, a Form 12.928 cover...
2 Aug
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: August 2, 20251:29 am
Collaborative Divorce Timeline in Florida (2025 Guide): Step-by-Step Process
The collaborative divorce timeline in Florida gives couples a smoother—and often faster—option than the traditional divorce...
2 Aug
By: Carolann Mazza Date Posted: August 2, 20251:21 am
Collaborative Divorce Cost Comparison in Florida (2025) – Analyzing Fees and Savings Options
Collaborative divorce is becoming a popular option in Florida for couples seeking to avoid lengthy court battles and high legal fees. Unlike...