The use of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in divorce settlements is a relatively new phenomenon, but it is one that is becoming increasingly common. The major problems with this type of asset is the anonymity of cryptocurrencies can make them attractive to spouses who are trying to hide assets from their ex-partners, and the volatility […]
In most cases, pets are often considered to be part of the family, almost like children. That’s why the question of who gets “custody” of the family pet may become hotly contested in a divorce. While the term “custody” is associated with children in a divorce, family pets are not treated like children under the […]
Does being transgender affect divorce? Ever since the U.S. Supreme Court recognized the right of same gender couples to marry in Obergefell v. Hodges, one might assume gender is of little or no significance in a divorce. After all, if one can marry, certainly one ought to be able to divorce. The idea of a […]
In many cases, divorce can be a very traumatic or unsettling life experience. But when you add an uncertain economy and inflation to the mix, divorce can be a taxing time, in more ways than one. In my practice and those of my colleagues, we have seen the effects on divorce in almost every type […]
Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen recently announced not only their divorce, but also that it quickly settled. How could people who have children and almost certain extraordinary wealth quickly settle their divorce case? Divorces involve some amount of conflict, or the couple would not be divorcing. So, what is the explanation? From the perspective of […]
Conflict. In a word, conflict causes couples to divorce. Usually, by the time a spouse consults an attorney about a divorce, the couple’s conflict is seemingly unbearable for one spouse, the other, or both. Everyone wants to be happy. As a matter of logic, happiness is difficult when one is having conflict with a spouse. […]
When you’re ready to get divorced, anger and pain will only make the process more difficult and likely more expensive. Carefully consider how and when to let your spouse know of your decision. Read more on this topic from divorce coach Sam Margulies, Ph.D., J.D., author of A Man’s Guide to a Civilized Divorce, Working […]
Family attorneys across the nation are experiencing one of their busiest times of the year as couples act on New Year’s resolutions to end relationships after stressful holiday periods and lingering pandemic-related isolation. A sharp rise in divorces this year follows steep decreases seen in the number of Americans getting married and divorced during the first […]
Jacksonville, FL (Oct. 8, 2021) — Lawrence Datz’s name seldom appears atop the list for those seeking cut-throat divorce attorneys in our area. But ask local family attorneys who they recommend and Datz’s name is certain to come up. The soft-spoken, intellectual dean of First Coast family attorneys prides himself more on his ability to help […]