Divorcing in Tampa Bay & Asset Protection Asset division for divorcing spouses in Florida is called equitable distribution . Equitable distribution is governed by Florida Statutes 61.0075. When divorcing in Tampa Bay, one of the first things that must be addressed is the division of assets. During the process of asset division, couples are required to “set apart” non-marital assets and liabilities. To this point, safeguarding your separate property is a must and there are several ways this can be achieved. Protecting Your Separate Property When divorcing in Florida, any assets either spouse acquired during the marriage count as marital property, even if the asset is in one spouse's name. You can protect your non-marital property by entering into a prenuptial agreement or a postnuptial agreement . It is crucial to hire an experienced Tampa Florida marital law attorney to draft these contracts, so they will hold up in court should they be challenged. Separate property, o
Uncontested Divorces in Florida Nilo J Sanchez & Associates PA Tampa Family Law & Divorce Attorneys Hiring a Tampa family law attorney when your divorce is uncontested is highly beneficial, particularly if you want to keep your divorce amicable. When couples agree that they no longer wish to be married, they either opt for a contested divorce or an uncontested divorce process. Uncontested Divorces : In an uncontested divorce in Tampa Bay both parties wish to terminate their marriage. Through mediation and negotiations, the parties must agree on the matters that must be settled in an uncontested or contested divorce such as; D ivision of property (Equitable distribution) A limony C hild support Child custody/ parenting plans , if applicable. The parties in an uncontested divorce must be willing to sign ALL pertinent documents regarding the matters that are to be settled in their case. They further agree that they do not wish to have their case go to trial. Read: How