Florida Divorce Lawyer Podcast | Child Custody, Alimony & Mediation in Florida

Relocation by Agreement in Florida Might Be Legally Insufficient

Attorney Jonathan Jacobs discusses recent Florida case law on child custody relocation, emphasizing procedural requirements, legal pitfalls, and best practices for courts and litigants. * Legal requirements for relocation agreements * Procedural pitfalls in child custody cases * Importance of court reporters in hearings * guest name * Jonathan Jacobs * Florida Child Custody Relocation: Key Legal Insights from Recent Case * How Not to Fail a Relocation Case: Lessons from Florida Law Sound Bites 1. "Case law junkies, this one is a must-read." 2. "Always have a court reporter at hearings." 3. "A proper parenting plan is fundamental." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Child Custody and Relocation 01:27 Case Study: NARA vs. Acosta 03:14 Legal Requirements for Relocation Agreements 05:36 Consequences of Insufficient Agreements Call Jacobs Law Firm at 407-335-8113 to learn more. This is not legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. www.jjlawfl.com

Business Valuations and Inheritance in Florida Divorce

Florida Family Law Case Law Update: Valuing a Law Practice Understanding Premarital Property and Commingling in Divorce Cases "Expert testimony is crucial in asset valuation." "Courts must rely on competent, substantial evidence." "Trial courts need to be more careful in valuation." Chapters 00:01 Understanding Case Law in Florida Family Law 03:08 Valuation of Marital Assets: The Weingar Case 05:48 Commingling of Assets: Premarital vs. Marital Property Call Jacobs Law Firm at 407-335-8113 to learn more. This is not legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. www.jjlawfl.com

Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure LEARN THEM

Attorney Jonathan Jacobs asks you to look to the case of Dunac v. Dunac, a 2026 case published in March in most law research databases. Florida Family Law rule of procedure 12.490(E)(5), provides that a party seeking review of emotion to vacate an order. In other words, get rid of the order.  The order was decided by incorrect law or through the wrong information or there was some procedural defect. A party must seek a schedule a hearing date at the same time that the motion to vacate is filed with the court. The rules are a little different for lawyers who generally have to do a meet and confer. Nevertheless, the court concluded that the rule requires some action directed at securing a hearing date beyond language requesting a hearing date in the motion itself. A motion is not enough. Anybody can file a motion, but if nothing ever happens and nobody ever seeks to have a hearing, the motion may as well have never been filed at all. Eventually it will be stale, a case will be dismissed, or the motion will be forgotten. Courts and judges have too many cases and too many things to do to go chasing every motion filed by every party in every family law case just because. Call Jacobs Law Firm at 407-335-8113 to learn more. This is not legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. www.jjlawfl.com

Good Lawyering, Bad Lawyering, and What it Means for You

This episode of Florida Divorce Lawyer Podcast discusses the importance of professionalism and attention to detail in legal practice, especially in family law. Attorney Jonathan Jacobs discusses common issues like sloppy lawyering, rule violations, and the impact on clients, emphasizing the need for diligent legal work on both sides of a case. * Sloppy lawyering and its consequences * Court rules and compliance in family law * Discovery process and legal obligations * Neglecting court rules can lead to increased costs and delays. * Proper adherence to discovery obligations is crucial for case success. * Lawyers must read and understand family law practice to avoid mistakes. * The Cost of Sloppy Lawyering in Family Law * How Ignoring Court Rules Hurts Your Clients * "Court rules are there for a reason—follow them." * "Neglecting discovery obligations hurts everyone." * "Attention to detail can save your client money." Chapters 00:00 The Challenges of Sloppy Lawyering 02:51 Consequences of Negligence in Family Law 05:41 The Importance of Professionalism in Legal Practice Resources * Family Law Practice Guide [https://www.amazon.com/Family-Law-Practice-Guide] * American Bar Association - Family Law Section [https://www.americanbar.org/groups/family_law/] * Legal Practice Management Software [https://www.clio.com/] Call Jacobs Law Firm at 407-335-8113 to learn more. This is not legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. www.jjlawfl.com

Disqualification of Counsel: To Marry or NOT to Marry Your Client

Ever thought about disqualifying opposing counsel in your Florida divorce case? Here’s a case that might change your perspective.    In a recent legal dilemma, a lawyer married his client, leading to a push for disqualification by the opposing counsel. The court’s decision was surprising: it ruled that disqualification couldn’t be broad and needed specific grounds.   The implications? It’s a reminder that personal relationships can complicate professional ethics and cause the Rules to be tested. What do you think about the balance between personal and professional?   #LegalInsights #jacobslawfirm #disqualification #orlandoflorida #FloridaFamilyLaw Call Jacobs Law Firm at 407-335-8113 to learn more. This is not legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. www.jjlawfl.com