Monthly Archives: January 2026
Giacomaro v. Brossia — Court Reverses Custody/Relocation Decision For Lack Of Evidence
Child custody and timesharing disputes, especially those involving relocation out of state, rank among the most contentious issues in family law. Under Florida’s statutory framework, any relocation request must be grounded in the child’s best interests, assessed based on current, competent evidence, not predictions about a parent’s future stability or lifestyle. The Fourth District… Read More »
Hahamovitch v. Hahamovitch — When A Prenup “Wins” in Court
Prenuptial agreements are increasingly common tools for couples in Florida who wish to define the disposition of property, financial claims, and rights prior to marriage. But questions often arise later: just how broad can a prenup be? Can one spouse really waive any future claim to property that the other spouse acquires, even decades… Read More »
How Florida Courts Review Contested Alimony Awards
It is not uncommon for Florida trial courts to award alimony to one spouse that is paid for by the other. The courts must make determinations based on the paying spouse’s financial capacity to pay the alimony award, and the courts must find that the receiving spouse has a genuine need for financial support…. Read More »
How Florida Courts Analyze Child Relocation Requests
Relocation of a child is one of the most difficult hearings Florida courts have to handle when it comes to child custody litigation. If a parent seeks to move a child 50 miles from their current residence, and this move is opposed by the other parent, the court must intervene and make a determination… Read More »