The Khonsari Law Firm Blog

My Ex Won’t Abide by Custody Arrangements. What Do I Do?

If you are in a child custody situation where the other parent won’t follow the decisions made by the family court judge, you may be frustrated, angry, and unsure of what to do. Your divorce lawyer may have been instrumental in helping you achieve a divorce decree that’s fair to you, but issues between parties can still linger even after the [...]

Rohom Khonsari December 28, 2022

Can I Relocate My Kids out of State During Divorce Proceedings?

Life doesn’t stop, even when you’re going through a divorce. Therefore, moving in the middle of your divorce proceedings may become necessary. While it is possible to relocate with your kids during divorce proceedings, there are certain essential steps to take before you may legally do so. If you’re interested in relocating with your child [...]

Rohom Khonsari October 29, 2022

Which Spouse Pays Alimony?

Alimony is available in Florida divorce cases, but any experienced divorce lawyer will tell you that it is not guaranteed. Which spouse pays alimony? After considering a multitude of factors, the courts decide whether alimony is appropriate or not. They also determine the duration, the amount, and the conditions of alimony. If you are dealing wi [...]

Rohom Khonsari October 15, 2022

How Do I Request Child Support Modification?

Any divorce presents many challenges and difficulties. This is true even when the separating partners are as amicable as possible. However, the process becomes more complex when the divorcing parties have children. One of the primary concerns for separating parents is the modification of child support orders. Fortunately, the courts know that [...]

Rohom Khonsari September 15, 2022

Are Mothers More Likely to Get Child Custody During Divorce?

Children are the most important—and often the most contentious—consideration in a divorce. Fortunately, Florida law seeks to protect the interests of children at every stage of the proceedings. Previously, this protection included giving default custody to the mother during a divorce in most cases. However, this policy has changed in recent [...]

Rohom Khonsari September 15, 2022

What Is Time Sharing?

When families with a child (or children) split up, custody of that child becomes perhaps the most important aspect of the divorce proceedings. During these proceedings, Florida judges must contemplate what’s in the best interests of the minors and set a time-sharing schedule based on the evidence presented by both sides. A child custody attorn [...]

Rohom Khonsari August 26, 2022

How to Coparent After a Divorce?

Florida has a policy that favors joint custody. Florida’s child custody laws favor children having frequent contact with both parents after a divorce. As a result, Florida requires courts to order shared parental responsibility for children with limited exceptions. The odds are good that the judge in your case will order a parenting plan where [...]

Reports June 22, 2022

Am I Going to Lose My Business in My Divorce?

Going through a divorce challenges many people, promting high emotions and fears for the future in both partners. During this proceeding, the most important thing is to protect yourself with a divorce lawyer representing your interests. Business owners contemplating divorce or who have already received divorce papers are likely worried about wha [...]

Reports June 15, 2022

How Do I Choose a Divorce Attorney?

The lawyer you choose for your divorce could make the difference between a fair (or even winning) outcome and a decree you will complain about for the rest of your life. Divorces trigger intense emotions and require fact-intensive investigations. You need someone who can provide steady, objective guidance and fierce advocacy in your case. But most [...]

Rohom Khonsari June 7, 2022

Do I Need an Attorney to Get a Divorce?

Yes, You Do! In the American legal system, individuals always have the option of representing themselves. But as Florida’s Sixth Judicial Circuit points out to anyone appearing in family court without a lawyer, you must follow the same rules and file the same forms as a divorce attorney. The judges in St. Petersburg expect you to know the Flo [...]

Rohom Khonsari June 1, 2022