Author Archives: William Wallshein
When Defamation & Free Speech Turns Into a Crime
While many people assume that defamation is an issue for civil court, in fact, a number of states also have laws that make defamation a criminal act, including in Florida. In Florida, any person convicted of the publication of libel is guilty of a first degree misdemeanor, and that includes the owner or editor… Read More »
With Alimony Payment Tax Deduction Disappearing, Many Couples Are Rushing To Finalize Divorce
A number of Americans are rushing to get a divorce before the end of 2018, and with good reason: As of 2019, when the new tax law (the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” or “Act”) goes into effect, alimony payments will no longer be tax-deductible for the payer. Some experts are predicting that this… Read More »
The Seven Deadliest Financial Mistakes You Can Make During Divorce
As attorneys who focus on practicing in family law, we see a lot of couples make unwise financial decisions before, during, and after divorce; decisions that can have long-term repercussions on their lives. This is understandable, given that, for many, divorce is a time of emotional upheaval, and it can be difficult to think… Read More »
Unexpected Reasons to Get a Prenuptial Agreement
Prenuptial agreements (“prenups”) have long suffered from a number of myths, such as the assumption that you only need one if you have a large trust or piece of real estate to hold onto. In reality, prenups are on the rise amongst everyone, and you might very well be surprised at some of the… Read More »
The Importance of the Fifth Amendment in Criminal Law
As attorneys who regularly represent clients accused of crimes here in Florida, one of the first pieces of advice that we find ourselves having to remind our clients is to exercise their Fifth Amendment rights; but what, exactly, does this mean? The Fifth Amendment encompasses your right to remain silent, and it is one… Read More »
Even Though the Alimony Deduction Is Disappearing, There Are Strategic Tax Advantages in Divorce
There are currently a number of couples who are worried that their divorces won’t be finalized before the end of the year, and therefore, they may not be able to take advantage of the alimony tax deduction, which disappears as of January 1, 2019 via the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. However, even if… Read More »
What You Need To Know About Premarital Agreements
More and more couples are entering into both pre and postnuptial (also known as “premarital”) agreements, especially if substantial assets or children from another marriage are involved. These agreements (or contracts) are entered into by two people, either before they marry or after, which sets forth the division of assets in the event of… Read More »
How to Deal With Financial Issues That Come Up With Your Ex after Divorce
Unfortunately, it can be difficult to anticipate every single financial situation that will come up after a divorce when you share a child. Even if custody and child support is figured out, it doesn’t address who will pay for summer camp, college, a new phone or car for your child if needed, etc. Many… Read More »
The Most Common Surprises During & After Divorce
When it comes to divorce, TV and movies can provide us with a lot of misconceptions about the process—one of those misconceptions being that it is always an easy, simple process. We’ve worked with countless clients here in Florida – helping them to get through the divorce process – while protecting both themselves and… Read More »
Ways to “Divorce-Proof” Your Business
As attorneys who regularly advise clients contemplating divorce here in Florida, we see a number of people concerned about what’s going to happen to their business in the event of divorce. After years of hard work starting and developing your own business, to lose some of it in divorce – or have to give… Read More »
