Divorce Procedures – What to Expect…

To assist you in understanding the procedures of a divorce, here is an outline of what occurs in a more “typical” divorce.

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Gay Divorce A Higher Hurdle Than Marriage

Uncertainty in the law creates challenging situations.  Click on the link below to read an article about the difficulties same sex couples face given the current uncertainties in the law.  Sessums Black, PA strives to provide its clients with superior representation to ensure their rights are protected.
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Florida Alimony Law

Florida’s alimony law has been changed effective July 1, 2011.  Some of the changes include the ability to award durational alimony after a long-term marriage if there is no ongoing need for permanent support, the requirement of clear and convincing evidence for the award of permanent alimony after a moderate-term marriage, the requirement of specific written findings for permanent alimony awards, and the new provision that alimony awards may not leave the payor with significantly less net income than the recipient’s except in exceptional circumstances.  For the full text of the changes, please click on the link provided here regarding Sections 79-80.

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