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When should you get divorced?

July 11, 2018 by Elizabeth McHugh

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While we make no judgment about when people elect to end their marriage by filing divorce proceedings, we have noticed a curious trend over the years in our practice. It may only be a coincidence, but it seems that there is an increase in clients retaining our services for an action for dissolution of marriage […]

Filed Under: Divorce, Family Law, John's Island, Local Attorney, Okeechobee, Orchid Island, Rooney & Rooney attorney, Sebastian, Spousal Support, Vero Beach, Vero Beach divorce lawyers Tagged With: attorney, children, divorce

The Perfect Gift for Father’s Day!

June 13, 2014 by Elizabeth McHugh

Unfortunately, what many fathers fail to realize in Florida is that if they have had a child out of wedlock, they have no rights to see that child without obtaining a court order, however, they are obligated to pay child support even if they do not have any time-sharing with the child. This usually results […]

Filed Under: Divorce, Family Law, Guardianship, Local Attorney, Okeechobee, Postnuptial Agreements, Prenuptial Agreements, Spousal Support, Vero Beach divorce lawyers Tagged With: Father's Day, father's rights, Parenting plan, time-sharing

Child Support Modification

August 23, 2013 by Elizabeth McHugh

In Florida, the child support laws and procedures can be difficult to understand and handle on your own. At Rooney & Rooney, P.A., we strive to take the stress of legal situations off you as much as possible. Fortunately, child support in Florida is subject to guidelines. There is a system which calculates what the […]

Filed Under: Family Law

Step-parent and Relative Adoption in Florida

August 9, 2013 by Elizabeth McHugh

Step-parent/relative adoption today is not what it once was. The murky legal waters can be difficult for someone who simply wants to provide for a child. Step-parent/relative adoption is something our firm is familiar with, and something we understand can be stressful. Therefore, we have put together a few common questions and helpful hints. The […]

Filed Under: Family Law

Florida Guardianship: Common Questions Answered

May 24, 2013 by Elizabeth McHugh

Are guardianship and power of attorney the same thing? No. A Power of Attorney gives only specific and limited authorities to a person, and is easily revoked by the person over whom you have Power of Attorney. A Guardianship gives more stable authorities which only the court can revoke.   Is there only one option […]

Filed Under: Family Law, Guardianship, Spousal Support Tagged With: guardianship attorneys vero beach fl

Frequently Asked Probate Questions

April 19, 2013 by Elizabeth McHugh

What is probate? Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate. It encompasses resolving claims, if any, against their estate by creditors, and distributing property under a will, if any. Certain things, if administered in a particular way before the decedent’s passing, will not have to go through probate.   How long […]

Filed Under: Family Law

Common Will Questions Answered

April 15, 2013 by Elizabeth McHugh

What is the difference between a Power of Attorney and a Health Care Surrogate? If you are unavailable, or unable, to make decisions, a Power of Attorney can grant a person, who you designate, certain specific authorities. Those authorities can include, financial decisions or legal decisions or both, but not medical decisions. A Healthcare Surrogate […]

Filed Under: Estate Planning, Family Law

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