A Partner At Mclaughlin & Stern, LLP – Naples, Florida
Attorney & Counselor At Law
Beverly L. Brennan Attorney & Counsellor at Law Naples Florida
Attorney & Counselor At Law
Dividing property in a high-asset divorce often goes beyond splitting bank accounts and homes. When wealth includes businesses, investments or overseas holdings, honesty becomes critical. Courts expect full openness about money, but that does not always happen. When...
When a loved one falls ill or faces a medical emergency, the ability to make decisions for them can be critical. For unmarried couples, however, this question is more complicated than it might seem. The legal rights surrounding medical decisions for unmarried partners...
Some people believe that having a baby could improve their marriage. They may imagine that their mutual love for their newborn could help solidify a declining relationship and improve their dynamic with one another. However, the opposite often proves true. Having a...
Lifestyle credit cards can add luxury and convenience to a marriage—until divorce turns their balances and rewards into points of dispute. Whether the account funds travel perks, designer purchases, or fine dining, these cards often involve both value and debt. In...
Florida is home to one of the largest LGBT populations in the country. While marriage equality has been the law for nearly a decade, divorce for same-sex couples can bring unique challenges. As you go through the process, you might face specific questions about...
Parental alienation creates serious problems in custody and visitation cases. When one parent damages the child's relationship with the other parent, courts respond quickly. Judges may order supervised visitation if they believe the behavior harms the child, even...
When someone accuses you of child neglect, the ground can feel like it’s shifting beneath you. The fear, judgment and confusion can hit you all at once. In Florida, these charges carry serious consequences, from criminal penalties to the loss of custody. How you...
When the state intervenes in a family's life due to concerns about child safety, siblings are sometimes placed in separate homes. However, Florida law prioritizes keeping siblings together when it serves their best interests. If you're involved in a dependency case,...
When you're an unwed mother in Florida, establishing your child's paternity might seem like just another legal hurdle. However, this step protects both you and your child in ways that can impact your lives for years to come. Understand why it is important that you do...
Marriage is not a requirement for including someone in your will. In Florida, you have full discretion to name any individual as a beneficiary, whether that person is a romantic partner, close friend, or acquaintance. For those in long-term but unmarried...
