http://www.bfinkelpa.com Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:11:33 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en For many, Facebook is a compelling and engaging social media network. For those facing divorce, Facebook, Twitter, even YouTube and Flickr are inviting places to share details about your experiences: your separation, social life, maybe new-found freedom and even "hot dates." All a family law attorney can advise is: Be careful ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/divorce/florida-family-law-attorney-facebook-twitter-blog-no-place-for-divorce-details Sometimes, divorce papers confront a spouse totally unexpectedly. And sometimes, after months or years of bad chemistry and a relationship turning sour, there is no surprise at all. It’s in those situations – when you believe that separation or divorce might be coming – that it’s best to prepare for separation and ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/divorce/preparing-for-florida-divorce-how-to-prepare-for-the-inevitable-the-unexpected From our perspective as South Florida divorce attorneys, times can be tough for couples seeking divorce. From home values to Social Security benefits and other realities of modern life, people are subject to critical mistakes that can damage their financial situation. Below are four articles on the topic of finances, homes ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/finances-taxes/economy-recession-in-south-florida-and-the-u-s-tough-for-divorce It’s tax time. As if taxes weren’t perplexing enough, divorcees in Florida and across the U.S. have numerous considerations when calculating income and expenses – and filing tax returns. Year-end tax time requires special attention. When handled by an experienced family law attorney and a tax professional, returns can meet both ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/finances-taxes/florida-divorce-taxes-tax-time-has-special-meaning-for-divorcees The high-profile case of Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren has been splashed across tabloids and Websites from South Florida to New York and around the globe for weeks. There’s been discussion of his affairs, and her reactions – and possible outcomes. Lost in much of the discussion is how this case ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/divorce/tiger-woods-and-elin-nordegren-tips-for-a-high-profile-divorce Many of the questions surrounding the high-profile episode of Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren have centered on the pre-nuptial agreement, alimony and the equitable distribution of assets, and how – or whether – Ms. Nordegren can fight to improve it to her benefit. Simply put: Under Florida law, which by virtue ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/divorce/the-pre-nuptial-agreement-of-tiger-woods-and-elin-nordegren-why-florida-divorce-law-is-center-court If Elin Nordegren files for divorce, and if she seeks a bigger payday than agreed to in the prenup, then Mrs. Tiger Woods will not be doing greedy. She'll be doing business. In this interview with E! Online, Florida divorce and family-law attorney Barry Finkel details what Elin Nordegren's strategy might be. "You're ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/uncategorized/a-tiger-divorce-wont-be-personal-itll-be-business-e-online Is a text a simple way to message a friend, spouse or lover? Or is a text a near-permanent trail that can be linked to indiscretions during a divorce? Some in the process of divorce may text message their spouse, friends or even a lover with whom they’re having an affair. They ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/divorce/florida-divorce-texting-digital-damage Divorce Lawyer: Child custody and time-sharing arrangements should not dampen the holiday spirit. The holidays are a festive time for a family to gather and spend memorable moments together – even if that family has been split by divorce. Just plan ahead – and plan to cooperate. “From Christmas to Hanukkah to Kwanzaa, ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/timesharing/divorce-child-custody-the-holidays-fort-lauderdale-family-law-attorney-advises-to-embrace-holiday-spirit-for-time-sharing In an era where digital communications meets divorce, divorce attorneys warn that text messages can become the forgotten smoking gun. Digital communications, like email, instant messaging and increasingly text messaging using a wireless phone, has opened new lines of communication between people. Sometimes the wrong message sent to the wrong person can ... http://www.bfinkelpa.com/divorce/fort-lauderdale-family-law-attorney-texts-messages-of-divorce-offers-or-affairs-may-become-evidence