Edited by Caryn A. Stevens, Esquire Agreements: Romaine v. Romaine, 45 Fla.L.Weekly D558 (Fla. 5th DCA 2020). Hand written notes on a settlement agreement that change essential terms, constituted a counter offer that must be accepted by original party. Law v. Law, 45 Fla.L.Weekly D503 (Fla. 3rd DCA 2020). Trial court erred interpreting a “hold … Continue reading
By Eddie Stephens & Caryn A. Stevens If you are a litigator, and wish to stay in business over the next few months during this COVID-19 crisis, you absolutely must adapt to the times, and you MUST embrace technology and video conferencing. If you do not have video conference capabilities set up yet, your will … Continue reading
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Originally published in the Family Law Section's Commentator, Fall 2019 “Invincible” [Note: The author intentionally places quotation marks around the title to communicate that the author does not agree with the use of the term.] by Eddie Stephens, Esquire While most disputes are, and should be, resolved without resorting to litigation, there are always those … Continue reading
Edited by Caryn A. Stevens Alimony: Williams v. Jones, 45 Fla.L.Weekly D212 (Fla. 1st DCA 2020). Trial court affirmed for awarding permanent alimony in marriage that lasted 16 years and 11 months. Appeals: Smith v. Cooper, 45 Fla.L.Weekly D411 (Fla. 5th DCA 2020). Any meritorious arguments not raised in initial brief are waived/abandoned. Muszynski v. … Continue reading
Last night I went searching for webcams so I could ensure I was ready for our next phase of virtual law. I found there were some in the price range of > $1,000, and a bunch between $25 - $150. Then I noticed the lack of availability on my normal consumer electronic outlets; Amazon, Target, … Continue reading
A proposed revamp of the state’s alimony laws is off the table for the 2020 legislative session, according to Lakeland Republican Kelli Stargel, the Senate sponsor of the proposal. The News Service of Florida reported on Tuesday February 25, 2020 a proposed revamp of the state’s alimony laws is off the table for the 2020 … Continue reading
This past Saturday, Ward Damon partner Dane Leitner and I spent the day sharing our love of law with 100 youths at Youth Law Day. This annual event invites kids and teens to learn more about civics and our legal system from real judges and attorneys at the Palm Beach South County Courthouse in a … Continue reading
Upcoming CLE Programs: 2nd Annual Mental Health Summit with Keynote Speakers Laura Davis-Smith and Dori Foster-Morales April 3, 2020 - West Palm Beach, FL Click Here to Register! Click Here for Early Bird Registration - Only $75 for 2 Hours of CLE January Squibs Edited by Caryn A. Stevens Appeals: Thompson v. Melange, … Continue reading
NON-FINAL ORDERS Cross-appeal notice due within 15 days of appellant’s notice of appeal or within the time prescribed for filing a notice of appeal, whichever is later 9.130(g) Initial brief and Appendix are due within 15 days of filing Notice 9.130(e) Answer Brief due 30 days from service of Initial Brief 9.210(f) Reply Brief due … Continue reading
