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🏠 Can I keep my home and car if I file for bankruptcy in Florida?

It's the first question almost every client asks us — and the good news is that most people who file bankruptcy in Florida keep both.

Florida's homestead exemption protects the equity in your primary residence with no dollar limit under state law, though federal rules can cap it if you bought your home or moved to Florida recently. Florida also protects up to $5,000 of equity in a vehicle, plus up to $4,000 more through the personal property exemption if you're not claiming the homestead exemption.

Our newest blog breaks it all down:

⚖️ How Florida's homestead exemption works under Article X, Section 4
📅 Why the 730-day residency rule matters if you moved to Florida recently
🏡 How the 1,215-day rule can cap newer homesteads at $214,000
🚗 How the $5,000 vehicle exemption and $4,000 personal property exemption work together
📊 Why Chapter 13 can help if you're behind on your mortgage or car loan

Klein Law Group, a Boca Raton law firm, put together this guide to help Floridians understand their options before they file.

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⚖️ What should I do if I'm being sued for a debt in Florida?

If you're sued for a debt in Florida, you generally have 20 days after being served to file a written answer in county or circuit court under Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.140, or you must appear by the pretrial conference date in small claims cases. If you do nothing, the creditor can get a default judgment and try to garnish your wages or bank account — but Florida law still protects a lot, even if you have little or no money.

Our newest blog breaks it all down:

📅 Your exact deadline to respond under Rule 1.140
🏠 Why your homestead is protected under Article X, Section 4 of the Florida Constitution
💵 How the head-of-family wage exemption under Fla. Stat. 222.11 can protect up to $750/week
🏦 Why Social Security and retirement accounts under Fla. Stat. 222.21 are generally safe
⏳ How long a Florida judgment can last under Fla. Stat. 55.081
📝 Why you only have 20 days to claim exemptions after a bank garnishment under Fla. Stat. 77.041

This information comes from Klein Law Group, a Boca Raton law firm, in our latest blog post.

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💰 How is child support calculated in Florida?

A lot of parents assume child support is random — or based on what one parent thinks is “fair.” But Florida uses a structured formula that looks at income, parenting time, and child-related expenses.

The details matter.

In our newest blog, we explain how child support is calculated in Florida:

⚖️ How Florida’s child support guidelines work
💵 Why both parents’ incomes matter
📅 How parenting time affects the calculation
🏥 How healthcare and childcare costs are handled
📊 When courts may deviate from the guideline amount
🔄 When child support can be modified

Even small changes in income or time-sharing can affect the final support amount.

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https://www.kleinattorneys.com/how-child-support-is-calculated-in-florida-2026-guide/

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🚨 How do domestic violence allegations affect custody in Florida?

When custody or time-sharing is involved, Florida courts take domestic violence allegations very seriously. The court’s top priority is always the safety and well-being of the child.

Even when the alleged abuse is directed at the other parent, the court may consider how exposure to violence affects the child.

In our newest blog, we explain what parents need to know:

⚖️ How domestic violence factors into custody decisions
👨‍👩‍👧 How parental responsibility may be limited
📅 How time-sharing can be restricted or supervised
📄 What evidence courts may review
🚫 What happens when allegations are false
🛡️ How injunctions may affect parenting plans

These cases are serious, sensitive, and often urgent. Legal guidance matters from the beginning.

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👨‍👩‍👧 What do Florida judges actually look for in custody cases?
Many parents walk into custody disputes worried the court will favor one parent over the other. But Florida courts focus on one main question:

What is in the child’s best interests?

In our newest blog, we break down the factors judges consider:

⚖️ Each parent’s ability to meet the child’s needs
🤝 Willingness to co-parent
🏠 Stability and continuity
👨‍👩‍👧 The child’s relationship with each parent
🚩 Safety concerns, including abuse or substance issues
📋 The strength of the proposed parenting plan

Custody cases are emotional — but judges are looking for stability, safety, and child-focused decision-making.

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https://www.kleinattorneys.com/what-judges-look-for-in-florida-custody-cases/

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💰 What happens to retirement accounts in a Florida divorce?

For many couples, retirement savings are among the most valuable assets in the marriage. But dividing them is not always as simple as splitting the balance in half.

Tax rules, marital vs. non-marital portions, and required legal documents all matter.

In our newest blog, we explain how retirement accounts are divided in divorce:

⚖️ When retirement accounts are considered marital assets
📊 How marital and non-marital portions are identified
📄 What a QDRO is and why it matters
🏦 How 401(k)s, pensions, and IRAs are handled differently
💸 Why tax consequences must be considered

Mistakes with retirement division can affect your financial future for decades.

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https://www.kleinattorneys.com/how-retirement-accounts-are-divided-in-divorce/

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🏢 Own a business and facing divorce?

Dividing a business is not like dividing furniture or a bank account. A company may be one of the most valuable assets in a marriage — and one of the most complicated to value, protect, or divide.

In Florida, business ownership may be subject to equitable distribution.

In our newest blog, we explain what business owners need to know:

⚖️ When a business may be considered marital property
📊 How business valuation works
💼 Why experts may be needed
🤝 Common ways business interests are divided
📈 How goodwill can affect value
🛡️ Steps business owners can take to protect their interests

Your business is more than an asset. It may be your livelihood, your legacy, and your future.

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https://www.kleinattorneys.com/how-business-ownership-is-handled-in-divorce/

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💔 Looking for a simpler divorce process in Florida?

For some couples, Florida offers a streamlined option called a Simplified Dissolution of Marriage. It can be faster, less expensive, and less stressful than a traditional divorce — but not everyone qualifies.

In our newest blog, we explain what you need to know:

⚖️ What simplified dissolution means
📋 Who qualifies under Florida law
🚫 When this option is not available
💰 Why property and debt agreements still matter
👩‍⚖️ What happens at the final hearing

A simplified divorce can be helpful when both spouses agree on everything — but it still deserves careful legal review before rights are waived.

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💔 Is your Florida divorce contested or uncontested?

That answer can affect the cost, timeline, stress level, and overall path of your divorce.

An uncontested divorce usually means both spouses agree on the major issues. A contested divorce means there are disputes that may require mediation, hearings, or even trial.

In our newest blog, we explain the key differences:

⚖️ What makes a divorce uncontested
📋 What issues can make a divorce contested
💰 How costs and timelines can differ
🤝 How mediation may help resolve disputes
👨‍👩‍👧 Why child custody, support, and property division matter

Not every divorce has to become a courtroom battle — but every divorce needs to be handled carefully.

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💔 Thinking about divorce in Florida?

It’s a big decision — legally, financially, and emotionally. But preparation can make a major difference in how smoothly the process goes and how well your future is protected.

Before filing, there are important steps you should take.

In our newest blog, we break down how to prepare for divorce in Florida:

⚖️ Understand Florida’s no-fault divorce laws
📄 Gather important financial documents
🏠 Create a full inventory of assets and debts
💰 Review your post-divorce budget
👨‍👩‍👧 Prioritize your children’s needs
🚫 Avoid major financial mistakes before filing

Divorce is difficult enough. Walking in prepared gives you clarity — and that matters.

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