Jacksonville, FL Family Law Blog

25 Dec, 2022

Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Florida

Juris Digital2023-06-28T06:31:41-04:00December 25th, 2022|Divorce|

Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Florida Divorce is unfortunately common. In 2020, Florida had three divorces for every 1,000 residents. Even when the soon-to-be-former spouses are on amicable terms, a divorce often takes an emotional and financial toll on the family.

Many couples wonder about the differences between contested vs. uncontested divorce. Often at least one of the spouses would like to explore their options or […]

15 Dec, 2022

Special Needs Children: Do I Need a Guardian or a Conservator?

Juris Digital2024-01-11T22:10:55-05:00December 15th, 2022|Guardianship|

If you have a special needs child, you may be concerned about helping them meet their needs after they become adults. Depending on their circumstances, they might have disabilities that limit their ability to care for themselves or make certain financial or medical decisions. You might be wondering whether a conservator or guardian for your special needs […]

25 Nov, 2022

What You Should Know About a Conservatee’s Rights

Juris Digital2023-06-28T06:32:37-04:00November 25th, 2022|Estate Planning|

With the scandal surrounding Britney Spears’ conservatorship in California, conservatorship has been in the headlines recently. Many people are not familiar with conservatorships or the rights of a conservatee. This is due, in part, to the fact that every state’s law defines conservatorship differently. Thus, California and Florida have different legal definitions and processes for conservatorships. To understand a conservatee’s […]

15 Nov, 2022

How to File a Divorce in Florida

Juris Digital2023-06-28T06:32:04-04:00November 15th, 2022|Divorce|

Divorce is not typically on your radar when you get married. However, divorce sometimes becomes the right decision for you and your spouse. Regardless of how amicable you think your divorce will be, it can still be stressful. Plus, you might find the complicated laws and procedures for a Florida divorce challenging to navigate.

Beller Law, PL, has created the following guide with information on how to […]

25 Oct, 2022

Conservatorship Abuse: What Conservators Are Prohibited from Doing in Florida

Juris Digital2024-04-29T07:04:10-04:00October 25th, 2022|Guardianship|

Many conditions, such as cognitive impairment, substance abuse, and mental health conditions, render individuals unable to manage their daily lives independently. Conservatorships are an important device within the legal system for addressing the issue of surrogate decision-making on behalf of someone deemed an “absentee.” However, questioning one’s presence and ability to make decisions for themselves can lead to lengthy and emotionally fraught legal challenges.

Are […]