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The Importance of Estate Planning for LGBTQ+ Couples in Texas and Florida

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The landscape of marriage in the United States has transformed significantly, particularly for same-sex couples, following pivotal legal battles that sought to recognize their right to marry. Understanding the nuances of...more

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Florida's Alimony Overhaul: New Legislation Changes Modification Standards

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On June 30, 2023, Governor DeSantis signed landmark legislation, which made sweeping changes to Florida’s alimony laws. Similar attempts have failed in prior years, including a veto by DeSantis of the bill’s predecessor in...more

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Governor DeSantis Signs Landmark Alimony Reform Bill Eliminating Permanent Alimony

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On June 30, 2023, Governor DeSantis signed landmark legislation significantly impacting Florida’s alimony law. The new law will be effective July 1, 2023, and applies to all initial petitions for dissolution of marriage that...more

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Divorce Gate -The Deflation of Marriage

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Despite any last-minute Hail Mary attempts, Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen officially ended their 13-year marriage. It appears to have been an amicable split and the couple has miraculously finalized their case in record time....more

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Lessons from a Celebrity Divorce: The Importance of a Prenuptial Agreement

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Celebrity divorces are always a fascinating topic. Over the last year, you may have seen news reports concerning Kelly Clarkson’s divorce from her husband that discuss the couple’s purported prenuptial agreement. ...more

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Update Beneficiary Designations After Divorce or Annulment

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On July 1, 2015, the Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal held, with a few exceptions, upon entry of a final judgment of dissolution or annulment, any provision of a will that “affects” a former spouse is void under...more

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Domestic Partnership Agreements: FAQs

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How do domestic partnership agreements (DPAs) and prenuptial or premarital agreements differ? Marriage contracts between two people who plan to marry are prenuptial agreements or antenuptial agreements. Marriage...more

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Domestic Partnership Agreements: Survivor’s Rights on Death

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This is the fifth installment of a seven-part series. Florida law provides for various death benefits if a married person predeceases his or her spouse and they have no premarital or postnuptial agreement. For unmarried...more

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Domestic Partnership Agreements: Support upon Termination of the Relationship

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This is the fourth installment of a seven-part series. Florida law generally provides, when there is no premarital agreement, a marrying person’s right to alimony depends on the person’s need for alimony and the other...more

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