If you're not happy with the decision made in your divorce case, you might be able to appeal the decision -- but only if the ruling was clearly unlawful. It's important to keep in mind that appeals courts only rarely overturn a family law judge's decision following a...
Mercedes R. Wechsler, P.A.
Senior citizen divorces and collaborative law
Orlando senior citizens considering divorce tend to be some of the bravest clients we've represented at Mercedes R. Wechsler, PA. We always take great pride in representing the older members of our communities in divorce proceedings. That's because they tend to be...
Divorce rates have risen for female military service members
Getting married can benefit couples when one person is in the military. Spousal benefits can be quite attractive, and when one spouse is stationed overseas, the military may pay for the other spouse to join. However, divorce rates have increased for female military...
Dividing employee stock options in a divorce
Orlando executives can earn a lot of money in employee stock options. These options, technically speaking, don't have any value until they're executed and converted into stock. In some cases, they could even have negative value if the options have yet to vest or if...
Recommendations for using your maintenance payments wisely
Florida's spousal maintenance laws may benefit you as you go through the divorce. After all, you took care of the house and the kids, and supported your husband to make it easier for him to pursue and advance his career. Laws change, though, and according to the...
Military identification cards and divorce
If you're married to a military servicemember and planning to get a divorce, you're probably wondering what will happen to your valuable military identification cards and the benefits that come with it. In the majority of situations, you will lose your ID card, but...
Cohabitation agreements and marriage after 50
More and more Florida residents are getting married past the age of 50. It is certainly exciting any new couple falls in love and gets married, but from the perspective of a seasoned Florida divorce lawyer, it's always best to take precautions before and during...
Can I appeal my child custody order?
Most parents choose to settle their child custody matters in out-of-court agreements. Such an outcome is preferable because, although the parents may need to reach a compromise, they remain in control of the result. When a case goes to trial, on the other hand, a...
Do you want to relocate to another state with your child?
Let's imagine that you received the most important job offer of your life. You'll have more responsibility, double your income and have a lot of chance for advancement. The problem is, the job opportunity is in Atlanta and you live in Orlando with your son, who has to...
4 ways to tell if your spouse is hiding assets during a divorce
Divorce may be traumatic and emotional even in the best of situations. When you have spent your life supporting your husband and raising your kids, you may find it difficult to re-enter the workforce or find your own identity. This means that you must be protected as...
