Lawrence Datz Discusses Alimony Reform Proposals with WJXT’s Morning Show
Two alimony reform bills being considered by the Florida Legislature would significantly change divorce and child custody laws in this state, according to Jacksonville family law attorney Lawrence Datz, former president of Florida’s Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. Datz discussed the proposals this morning with WJXT’s Morning Show host Jennifer Waugh. Legislative proposals were […]
The Smart Path To Crafting Your New Identity After Divorce
The original article written by Heather L. Locus can be found HERE. You have an important decision to make post-divorce – how will you identify yourself going forward? What do you consider core to your identity – the things that make you “you”? Is it your relationships with the people around you? Your profession? […]
7 Little-Known Financial Benefits of Divorce
The original article written by Maryalene LaPonsie can be found HERE. Divorce is often devastating, but there are a few financial silver linings. MORE THAN A THIRD OF partnered or wedded couples say money causes the most stress in their relationships, according to a 2018 survey of more than 1,400 Americans conducted by The Harris Poll […]
The best possible thing you can do to help your child through divorce
The original article written by Tamara Afifi can be found HERE. Most kids will suffer for a short time after a marriage ends, but what exacerbates and extends their stress and anxiety is when they feel torn between two parents, says communication researcher Tamara Afifi. Fifteen years ago, I was doing field research for one […]
Lawrence Datz Discussed Marriage, Divorce Rate Trends with WJXT
January is often referred to as “the divorce month” among legal circles. This because divorce filings in the U.S. typically surge at the start of each new year. In fact, the number of filings increases by an average of one-third during January each year, according to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. This year, however, […]
Lawrence Datz Named “Super Lawyer” for 7th Consecutive Year
Lawrence Datz was recently selected to the prestigious Super Lawyers list in the Family Law category for the seventh consecutive year. This accolade is only given to a select few attorneys per state each year. Super Lawyers is a legal rating service that provides assessments of attorneys based on peer recognition and professional achievement. The […]
Lawrence Datz Discusses Co-Parenting During COVID-19 Crisis with WJXT
WJXT News4Jax: One of the biggest stressors of divorce is co-parenting. During this time of school closings, working from home and anxiety in our country, it is essential for parents to work together to help children know there is a united front looking out for them. It can be really hard to co-parent at times like this. Family law expert […]
Datz Discusses Divorce Trends with News4Jax
January is often referred to as “the divorce month” among legal circles due to the surge in divorce filings in the U.S. at the start of each new year. In fact, the number of filings increases by an average of one-third during January each year, according to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Lawrence Datz, […]
Datz & Datz Among Best Lawyers in America for 8th Consecutive Year
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville law firm Datz & Datz and its managing partner Lawrence Datz will be honored by inclusion in the 2020 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. The publication, considered one of the legal profession’s most respected peer review publications, named Datz & Datz as one of the Best Law Firms in America in […]
Datz Discusses Summer Strategies for Parents with Timesharing Agreements
Datz & Datz founder Lawrence Datz appeared on WJXT4 The Local Station / News4JAX this weekend to discuss strategies for parents with timesharing agreements during the summer months. You can hear Lawrence’s advice at this link.