Understanding the Distinction Between Mediators and Attorneys In Florida, many couples explore pre-suit mediation as a cost-effective approach to divorce. However, a common question arises: Can a mediator file divorce
read moreThe Florida Supreme Court has approved a Family Law Rule Committee proposal that significantly changes the process for divorcing couples. Under certain circumstances, they can waive the filing of financial
read moreIntroduction In Florida, changing your name as part of a divorce process is relatively straightforward, but there are different legal pathways depending on whether you want to revert to your
read moreNavigating a divorce, even an uncontested one, can be a challenging and emotionally taxing process. Once you and your spouse have reached an agreement on all points, the next critical
read moreNo. All mediators are neutral facilitators. According to Florida law they cannot represent either spouse in court, so they cannot file your court documents for you or attend the final
read moreThe origin of the Program must not be misrepresented; you must not claim that you wrote the original Program. Altered source versions must be plainly marked as such, and must
read moreMediation services include so much more than just assisting the divorcing parties in reaching an agreement. If you are getting divorced and you already have a "kitchen table" "handshake deal"
read moreNot in Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco Counties. Several Florida mediators claiming to be licensed attorneys are advertising NO COURT DIVORCE. Don’t be fooled. Check with the Florida Bar Association. Some
read moreWhen you hire an attorney to represent you in your divorce case you pay the attorney/litigator a retainer, which is just like a deposit. It could be $2,500, $5,000, $10,000
read moreWhen couples divorce, one issue that often comes up is who is entitled to the engagement ring. Under Florida law, and engagement ring is a conditional gift, conditioned on the
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Attorney Beth Reineke devotes her law practice exclusively to mediation and other alternative dispute resolution services in divorce, paternity and family law. If you are committed to resolving conflicts without going to war, contact Reineke Mediations for a free telephone consultation. Our Tampa, Florida mediator conducts in person and virtual sessions with couples who live in and about the Tampa Bay Area – primarily, Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco Counties.
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