Associate Attorney Mabry Robinson Joins Syprett Meshad & DuBose
Sarasota native Mabry Robinson has joined Syprett Meshad & DuBose as an Associate Attorney, practicing civil litigation, real estate, family law, and probate. He is a member of The Florida Bar and the Young Lawyers Division of the Sarasota County Bar Association. Mr. Robinson earned his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law, where […]
How the New Florida Divorce Laws Affect Retirement and Supportive Relationships
Florida’s new marriage laws went into effect in Florida on July 1, 2023, making significant changes that will affect divorcing couples. The CS/HB 1301 and CS/SB 1416 bills significantly change the law regarding the establishment and modification of alimony obligations and the time periods associated with the length of marriage. The new law applies to […]
New Florida Alimony Law Changes Marriage Duration Rules
Florida’s new marriage laws went into effect in Florida on July 1, 2023, making significant changes that will affect divorcing couples. The CS/HB 1301 and CS/SB 1416 bills significantly change the law regarding the establishment and modification of alimony obligations and the time periods associated with the length of marriage. The new law applies to […]
New Florida Alimony Law Eliminates Permanent Alimony
A new alimony law went into effect in Florida on July 1, 2023, making significant changes that will affect divorcing couples. The CS/HB 1301 and CS/SB 1416 bills significantly change the law regarding the establishment and modification of alimony obligations. The new law applies to all pending cases and cases filed after July 1. It […]
Sarasota Collaborative Divorce Attorneys
Divorce is painful, but it doesn’t have to be destructive. Collaborative divorce is a method of settling divorce agreements respectfully, without court intervention. It combines the benefits of each partner being represented by an attorney with the cooperative nature of face-to-face negotiation.Collaborative divorce is based on three key principles: A pledge to resolve issues out […]
How Unemployment Effects Child Support and Timesharing During the COVID-19 Pandemic
How changes in employment impact child support Recent changes to the Florida economy due to the COVID-19 pandemic have resulted in numerous layoffs, furloughs and business closures. The ripple effect has left countless families feeling defeated as a loss of income due to unemployment has altered their ability to pay child support. In turn, many […]
7 Steps to Take When Your Spouse Files for Divorce
When you’re served with divorce papers, whether unexpected or not, it can be scary and confusing deciding what to do next. Our family law attorneys suggest taking these seven steps to protect your rights and make reaching a settlement less stressful. If you have questions about your divorce or are
4 Tips for Crafting a Holiday Parenting Schedule
The holidays can be a difficult time for people who have recently gone through a divorce. This is especially true if you have young children. One of the most challenging items to navigate during the holidays, especially if it is your first post-divorce holiday season, will be how to share parenting
Who Gets Pets Custody after a Divorce in Florida?
Nothing about a divorce is easy. It can be a stressful, traumatic time for all parties involved. Often, decisions regarding how to share child custody or how to fairly split up property and assets can become contentious. If you have a pet, deciding who gets to keep your furry friend can often be
Florida Child Support Laws
For divorcing couples with young children, child support will be one of the most important issues you will need to address during the divorce. Fortunately, the state of Florida has enacted a series of laws to govern the process of determining child support. The family law attorneys at Syprett
