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Monthly Archives: October 2025

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How to Get Sole Custody of Your Children in Florida

By Kevin F. Coleman |

Recent changes to Florida’s custody rules have made it easier for men to get custody of their children. Essentially, the change makes it so that there is a presumption that joint custody is in the best interests of the children. In addition, the law presumes that 50/50 timesharing is preferred when making custody decisions…. Read More »

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Can I Still Get Permanent Alimony in Florida?

By Kevin F. Coleman |

In 2023, the Florida legislature passed a law that did away with permanent alimony and made it easier for the payers of alimony to get out of paying when they reached retirement age. Nonetheless, there was a 2025 case where a former husband was improperly awarded permanent alimony by the trial courts. In Woodward… Read More »

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Can I Keep My Inherited Assets After My Divorce?

By Kevin F. Coleman |

Generally speaking, inherited assets are not considered a part of the marital estate. It’s the marital estate (not your entire estate) that gets divided during a divorce. However, there are certain situations in which your own personal assets, such as inherited ones, become “commingled” with the marital estate. In this case, the court will… Read More »

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