You have a parenting plan. A judge signed it. It's a court order. And your co-parent is ignoring it. Maybe they're consistently late for exchanges. Maybe they're keeping the children past their scheduled time. Maybe they're canceling visits without notice, undermining your relationship with your kids, or refusing to communicate...
5 Things Florida Divorce Attorneys Wish Their Clients Knew Before Filing
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Over 40 Years Representing South Florida Families Every week, we talk to people who are a few steps into the divorce process and already dealing with consequences they didn't see coming. Not because they did anything wrong — but because nobody told them how this works...
Divorce After 50 in Florida: Retirement Accounts, Social Security, and Long-Term Alimony
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Over 40 Years Representing South Florida Families If you or someone you know is considering divorce after 50 in Florida, our firm has the experience to guide you through the process. Divorce among adults after 50, where gray divorce has roughly doubled since 1990, is the...
Served with Divorce Papers in Florida? The 20-Day Clock Starts Now
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Over 40 Years Representing South Florida Families Few moments rearrange a life faster than opening the door to a process server. Whether you saw it coming or not, the petition in your hands has started a clock — and that clock does not pause...
Second Marriage? Why a Prenup Should Be Non-Negotiable
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Protecting Florida Families for Over 40 Years A second marriage is rarely a financial fresh start. You are not beginning with a clean slate—you are bringing a life with you. And that life often includes: Children from a prior relationship Real estate or investment property...
When a Child Refuses Time-Sharing in Florida: What Parents Need to Know
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Over 40 Years Representing Florida Families When a child refuses to spend time with a parent, it can be one of the most painful and confusing situations a parent faces. Many parents ask: ...
Do Grandparents Have Rights in Florida? What You Need to Know About Today’s Legal Landscape
Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti | Protecting Florida Families for Over 40 Years At Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, we’ve guided Florida families through custody and visitation matters for over four decades—and we’ve seen how emotionally charged grandparent visitation cases can be. In Florida, the law continues to prioritize a parent’s constitutional...
Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in Your Florida Divorce (Updated for 2026)
Divorce is never just a legal process — it’s a personal, financial, and emotional turning point. And in Florida, the decisions you make early in your divorce can have long-lasting consequences for your finances, your relationship with your children, and your future. At Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, we’ve spent more...
Why January Is One of the Busiest Months for Divorce Filings& What You Should Know Before You File
Every January, family law attorneys across Florida see a noticeable increase in divorce inquiries and filings. It’s not a coincidence — and if you’re considering divorce, understanding why this happens (and what steps to take before filing) can make a meaningful difference in the outcome of your case. At Hoffman,...
When Divorce Lawyers Make Things Worse: How Ego and Conflict Delay Settlement
You might not expect a divorce lawyer to say this—but sometimes, it’s the lawyers who make things worse. Divorce and family law cases are already emotional, stressful, and deeply personal. Clients come to lawyers looking for solutions and peace of mind, not more conflict. Yet too often, we see attorneys...