Ai tools like ChatGPT are everywhere—and for good reason. They're fast, free, and available 24/7. But if you’re in the middle of a divorce or custody battle, using these tools to ask questions, vent, or seek mental health advice could backfire—badly. Here’s why you should think twice before typing anything...
Back to School, Not Back to Court: Smart Co‑Parenting for a Smooth School Year in 2025
School’s starting already! Schools open on August 14th in Miami-Dade and the Keys and August 11th in Broward County. That means coordinating supply lists, drop-off schedules, and school events. If you're co-parenting, now's the time to make this year easier on everyone—parents and kids. At Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti,...
Will I Be Okay Financially? What Women Need to Know About Alimony and Support in Florida
For many women facing divorce, the biggest fear isn’t loneliness — it’s uncertainty. “I gave up my career to raise our kids.” “I supported his business for years.” “I don’t know if I’ll be able to afford the mortgage or healthcare on my own.” At Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti,...
When Can You Do A Modification of Custody and Alimony? What Every Parent Needs to Know
Life changes. And because life changes, so must life's plans. And that includes custody, alimony, and parenting plans. Florida law recognizes that significant life changes can occur. If they do, you may be able to ask the court to change parts of your divorce order. But the rules are strict....
Updates on Recent Changes to Florida’s Divorce Law: What You Need to Know & How Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti Can Help
Florida’s family law has been evolving and it is hard to keep up. These changes impact alimony, property division, parenting plans, and more. At Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, our goal is always to help families navigate these updates efficiently and with as little stress as possible. Alimony Is Changing—With New...
Don’t Do This: 10 Divorce Mistakes Even Smart People Make in Florida (With 2025 Updates)
Divorce isn’t just the end of a marriage—it’s the beginning of a new chapter. And how you navigate the process can affect your financial stability, relationship with your children, and emotional well-being for years to come. At Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, we’ve guided thousands of Floridians through divorce. Along the...
Planning Summer Vacations Under Florida’s New Parenting-Plan Rules (2025 Update)
2025 Florida Summer-Vacation Playbook for Co-Parents (Updated for the latest statute tweaks and court forms) School’s almost out, and parents across South Florida are already juggling flight alerts, camp dates, and sunscreen supplies. Before you hit “book,” make sure your parenting plan meets every new Florida requirement—otherwise, a dream trip...
Moving More Than 50 Miles? What Florida Parents Must Know Before Relocating
Moving is tough, and moving when you’re divorced or separated and trying to co-parent is even more challenging. Whether relocating for a new job, to be closer to family, or for a fresh start, if you're a parent in Florida, you can’t just pack up and go—even with the best...
GETTING DIVORCED? THE 7 GOLDEN RULES ABOUT POSTING ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Update: This post focused on the soon-to-be-divorced. But these tips are just as relevant for the already divorced, especially when there are children involved. People have a false sense of security, thinking that what they post, tweet, pin, or tok is private. It's not. One family found their family photo...
When Birth Certificates and DNA Tests Don’t Match: Who is the Father Under Florida Law?
It sounds simple: if a DNA test proves a man isn’t the biological father, he’s off the hook, right? Not so fast. In Florida, paternity isn’t determined by DNA alone. If a man is listed as the father on a child’s birth certificate, he has already signed an Acknowledgment of...