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<title>Gainesville Family Lawyer RSS Feed</title><link>https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/index.html</link><description>Important Topics for Divorce and Family Law</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><language>en</language><dc:creator>Leslie Smith Haswell</dc:creator><dc:rights>Copyright 2014&#x2c; Leslie Smith Haswell</dc:rights><dc:date>2014-10-10T12:20:00-04:00</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.realmacsoftware.com/" />
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<lastBuildDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2014 13:41:26 -0500</lastBuildDate><item><title>From Marriage Partners to Business Partners</title><dc:creator>Leslie Smith Haswell</dc:creator><category>Divorce</category><dc:date>2014-10-10T12:20:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/f36e9b6adf07ffbc547a6c085cd59939-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/f36e9b6adf07ffbc547a6c085cd59939-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The couple can sell the business and split the proceeds as part of the divorce settlement, or one partner can buy out the interest of the ex-spouse.&nbsp; 

...The personal relationship may have hit a dead-end, but the investment involved in building and growing a successful company can make it hard to walk away&mdash;and unless the business is wildly successful, with plenty of prospective buyers waiting in the wings, it is feasible that neither party can afford to walk away. 


...There are challenges in every business partnership, and ex-spouses can adopt some basic business strategies to cultivate and maintain a healthy working relationship:


...It is not fair to put employees in a position where they feel pressured to take sides or respond to inappropriate complaints about their other boss. 

...If you still think that the business is viable and worth the effort to make a go of it, get professional help.   A good marriage therapist is trained to help couples understand the point of view of the other person and gain insight into their dynamics, and this can be valuable information post-divorce, as well.&nbsp;
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Child Support Myths</title><dc:creator>Leslie Smith Haswell</dc:creator><category>Child Support</category><dc:date>2014-09-30T12:20:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/d934e614439c101a49066d36d825bf08-4.html#unique-entry-id-4</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/d934e614439c101a49066d36d825bf08-4.html#unique-entry-id-4</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Child support disputes can bring out the worst in many parents, conjuring images of greedy ex-spouses and children who are used as pawns in games of parental posturing and revenge. 

...Fact: Support payments are based on the parents&rsquo; ability to earn income and have no basis in the actual costs to raise a child.


...Fact: No state requires child support recipients to account for expenditures or prove they were necessary to meet the child&rsquo;s needs, or even whether they were spent on the children at all. 

...Fact: The courts are permitted to &ldquo;impute&rdquo; income to a parent who intentionally quits a job, whether or not that parent is currently earning a paycheck. &nbsp;

...If you have lost your income and do not have the ability to pay, you will not be criminally liable for non-payment.


...Fact: So long as the custodial parent pays expenses to feed, clothe and house the minor children, which is the ultimate purpose of child support payments, whatever else she spends money on is generally not scrutinized.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Negotiating Tips for Your Divorce</title><dc:creator>Leslie Smith Haswell</dc:creator><category>Divorce</category><category>Contracts</category><dc:date>2014-09-23T12:20:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/4e777d7deb63c7c679f7eccac293cbdc-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/4e777d7deb63c7c679f7eccac293cbdc-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Whatever conditions caused the breakdown in the marriage are likely still present throughout the divorce negotiation, exacerbated by emotions such as anger and fear as you each transition into the next stage of your lives.


...Even if your attorney is doing the negotiating on your behalf, it is important that you are clear regarding your priorities, so you can make decisions that are truly in your own best interest for the future life you are establishing post-divorce.


Negotiating a settlement agreement necessarily involves a certain amount of give and take, on both sides, so keep in mind that you most likely won&rsquo;t get everything you want. 

...This is easier said than done, but it is important to stay focused on your priorities and realize that such &ldquo;noise&rdquo; does not get you any closer to a settlement agreement.


...It may not include everything you want, but it may be a fair trade-off in order to finalize your divorce and move on with your new life.


...By keeping the focus on your priorities, and avoiding the emotionally-charged aspects of your marriage, you can ensure you negotiate a divorce settlement agreement that you can live with.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>&#x22;Selfie&#x22; Divorce</title><dc:creator>Leslie Smith Haswell</dc:creator><category>Divorce</category><category>Contracts</category><dc:date>2014-09-19T12:19:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/042f72ec8d32e6d7e04baa958debef25-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/042f72ec8d32e6d7e04baa958debef25-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[But do-it-yourself divorce is fraught with risks &ndash; even if your case is &ldquo;simple&rdquo; and both parties agree on all issues regarding division of property, support, and child custody and visitation. 

...Unfortunately, these services will leave you in the lurch when things do not go as planned, as they cannot offer you any legal advice or engage in any negotiations on your behalf. 

...However, this may or may not be the case; and any problems can remain undiscovered for years until, for example, one spouse embarks on a significant financial transaction such as purchasing a home.


...Even if your divorce is &ldquo;uncontested,&rdquo; in that you and your spouse agree on all of the settlement terms, getting legal advice upfront will ensure the process goes smoothly and that you do not encounter any unpleasant surprises in the future.   A consultation with a family law attorney can identify what issues must be addressed, point out potential negative consequences of certain decisions, and let you know what to expect throughout the divorce process.


If your divorce case is &ldquo;contested,&rdquo; meaning you cannot agree on terms regarding your property or children, it is important that you consult with a lawyer to obtain a realistic idea of what you can expect based on your legal rights under the circumstances. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Your Social Networking and its Potential Impact on Your Divorce</title><dc:creator>Leslie Smith Haswell</dc:creator><category>Divorce</category><category>Child Custody</category><dc:date>2014-08-22T12:19:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/113cc26a388eff7702c948b19a3012a9-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/113cc26a388eff7702c948b19a3012a9-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[According to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, in the past five years 81% of its members have represented clients in cases involving evidence from social networking sites, such as Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.   Posted pictures and comments can make the job all-too-easy for your former spouse&rsquo;s attorney to attack your credibility and ensure you do not receive the relief that you are requesting from the court.


...And that picture you posted of yourself, in various stages of undress, or with a marijuana cigarette in one hand and a drink in the other, speaks volumes to the court and can result in unfavorable rulings regarding child custody or visitation. 

...The lasting implications of a negative court ruling can far outweigh the momentary, fleeting satisfaction of venting your frustration at the judge or your ex, or sharing &ldquo;fun&rdquo; photos on your Facebook profile. ...  What if that comment you are about to make, or the photo you are about to post, were to fall into the hands of your ex-spouse&rsquo;s lawyer? 

...To avoid the pitfalls of information sharing in the digital age, you must assume that anything and everything you post will be obtained by opposing counsel and find its way into the courtroom. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Prenup Considerations</title><dc:creator>Leslie Smith Haswell</dc:creator><category>Divorce</category><category>Contracts</category><dc:date>2014-08-05T12:17:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/4a13a6d6b695a3a0881db5e993e1687f-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://gainesvillefamilylawyer.com/blog/files/4a13a6d6b695a3a0881db5e993e1687f-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Although not every couple establishes a prenuptial agreement, there are several good reasons for having a smart prenup in place before saying those magical words, &ldquo;I do.&rdquo;


...A prenuptial agreement is a legal document that allows the couple to make decisions about their finances and marital property should they eventually decide to part ways. 

...Those who are exchanging matrimonial vows for a second or third time recognize that having a customized financial game plan in place can make divorce proceedings less stressful.


...The divorce laws in most states work on the assumption that both partners in a marriage have agreed to pool their tangible and intangible assets, and the courts generally attempt to make an equitable and fair division of these assets following a divorce.&nbsp;   A prenuptial agreement gives you and your intended spouse the opportunity to consider potential areas of disagreement regarding your financial future and address them in a forthright and realistic manner.


...Even if you are not marrying but intend to live together, it is a good idea to have a contract defining what happens in the case of a break up. &nbsp;]]></content:encoded></item></channel>
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