
Strategies for Family Law in Florida provides an authoritative, insider’s perspective on key strategies for representing and advising clients in marriage dissolutions and family law cases in the state of Florida. Featuring shareholders and partners from some of the state’s leading law firms, these experts guide the reader through recent developments in Florida family law. These top lawyers reveal their advice on understanding current trends in paternity cases, navigating emerging issues in child custody and time-sharing disputes, and representing clients in the wake of the economic downturn. From the initial meeting to developing a trusting relationship with the client, these authors explain the importance of educating, mentoring, and communicating with clients to ensure a successful case strategy. In addition, these leaders discuss the unique aspects of family law in Florida and provide guidance on the bankruptcy issues that come up when handling divorce cases. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to navigating this ever-evolving area of law.
Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business intelligence from C-Level executives and lawyers (Chairman, CEO, CFO, CMO, Partner) from the world’s most respected companies and firms nationwide. Each chapter is comparable to an essay/thought leadership piece and is a future-oriented look at where an industry, profession, or topic is heading and the most important issues for the future. Each author has been selected based upon their experience and C-level standing within the professional community.
Chapters Include:
1. Bruce A. Christensen, Shareholder, Richman Greer PA – “Divorce Case Challenges and Issues in Florida”
2. Greg A. Lewen, Shareholder, Fowler White Burnett PA – “We Can Work it Out: Helping Clients Reach Settlements in Today’s Family Law Cases”
3. Jaime L. Wallace, Shareholder, Icard, Merrill, Cullis, Timm, Furen & Ginsburg PA – “Expediting the Divorce Process in Florida Family Law Cases”
4. Alan R. Crane, Partner, Furr & Cohen PA – “Demystifying the “B” Word in Family Law Cases: Key Bankruptcy Concepts for Family Law Attorneys”
5. Michael P. Sampson, Shareholder, Carlton Fields PA – “Home Court Advantage: Jurisdictional Disputes in Time-Sharing Cases”
6. Ralph Mabie Jr., Attorney, Vernis & Bowling of Palm Beach PA – “Effective Counseling Techniques for Family Lawyers in Divorce Cases”