Tampa Family Law Law Blog

Celebrities who choose to utilize prenuptial agreements are often criticized, but is that criticism justified? In the case of Chris Pratt and Anna Faris, probably not. The couple recently finalized their divorce in what was a seemingly agreeable process, addressing tough topics such as child custody and spousal support. Their prenuptial agreement may have had a helping hand in concluding things as amicably as possible.

Florida movie fans may already know that Pratt and Faris were married for eight years before they separated in Aug. 2017, filing for divorce only months later. Their divorce was recently finalized, during which both waived their rights to spousal support not just now, but also for in the future. Neither parent will pay child support at this time either, although that could change. For now, they have agreed to fund a joint bank account, which will be used for their 6-year-old son.

Divorce will bring many significant changes in your life. These changes can continue to affect your life for years to come, including any future moves you may make. If you have minor children, the impact of a potential move and what it means for your custody arrangement could have a significant impact on your ability to relocate as you wish.

If your move will require you to move your children to a new school, city, state or even country, there are specific steps you will have to take before you start packing. If a custody order is in place, the other parent has a say in what happens to his or her children, and certain permissions are necessary. It may be beneficial for you to learn more about how child relocation works.

When heading for divorce, Florida couples understand the importance of seeking final resolutions that allow them to have financial stability in the future. This may be particularly important for older couples who are closer to retirement. If you are facing the prospect of a gray divorce, it may be beneficial to learn more about how you can protect your financial interests.

In a gray divorce, parties are over the age of 50, which means they have less time to financially rebound after divorce. The rate of baby boomer and gray divorces has increased dramatically over the last few years. The end of a marriage will likely impact retirement plans, and it is prudent to make choices that will allow you to have security and stability well into the future. 

Most people in Florida are familiar with spousal support in the form of monthly payments. Few realize that there is another approach to dealing with alimony. For those who feel uncomfortable signing a check to their ex-spouse every month, a lump sum payment could be a good option. 

There are multiple benefits to paying off alimony through a single payment after divorce. Not only do some people find it more comfortable than sending off money to their ex on a monthly basis, but it is also helpful for those who struggle with keeping track of their finances and which bills are due when. Missing an alimony payment could potentially land a person in legal trouble, so a lump sum erases that worry. However, payers do not get a discount for this method, and must still pay the appropriate amount.