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Under Florida’s new alimony law, there is a maximum amount that the court can order as it relates to durational alimony.

The amount of durational alimony is the amount determined to be the obligee’s reasonable need, or an amount not to exceed 35 percent of the difference between the parties’ net incomes, whichever amount is less. Net income shall be calculated in conformity with s. 61.30(2) and (3), excluding spousal support paid pursuant to a court order in the action between the parties.

With regard to other types of alimony: bridge-the-gap the gap transitional alimony; or rehabilitative alimony; or temporary alimony; there is no 35% cap.

If you have any questions about the new alimony laws which have taken effect July 1, 2023, we are happy to help you.

If you have any questions about the new laws which have taken effect July 1, 2023, we are happy to help you.

If you are looking for an experienced and knowledgeable divorce attorney in Tampa to represent your best interests, you can count on Gary Dolgin to help you.

To schedule a consultation with Gary S. Dolgin, Attorney At Law, call (813) 999-2772 and it will be our pleasure to help you.

To see what past clients have to say about retaining Gary Dolgin to represent them during their divorce, and to learn more about divorce, visit:
Best Divorce Lawyer in Tampa – Gary S. Dolgin

Gary Dolgin traveled to Tampa’s sister city Le Havre, France with a delegation of 40, including the Mayor of Tampa, 10 judges, several lawyers, educators, law enforcement officials and business leaders to spend a week exchanging ideas and learning with French colleagues.

At the end of a great week, Gary participated in “Les 20km de Paris,” a half-marathon that started and finished at the Eiffel Tower.

This was the farthest that Gary had ever run, and he had a wonderful time running with his friend Peter.

It was a great way to wrap up a fantastic week discussing important family law issues.

As a Board Certified Expert in Marital and Family Law in Tampa, with over 33 years of experience in divorce and family law, Gary was happy to be a part of this incredible weeklong event.

To learn more about The Law Offices of Gary S. Dolgin and to see what past clients have to say about retaining Gary Dolgin to represent them during their divorce, you may visit:
Divorce Attorney Tampa – Gary S. Dolgin

Gary Dolgin traveled to Tampa’s sister city Le Havre, France with a delegation of 40, including the Mayor of Tampa, 10 judges, several lawyers, educators, law enforcement officials and business leaders to spend a week exchanging ideas and learning with French colleagues.

During the visit, Gary was among a panel of speakers at The University of Le Havre that included the French Minister of Children’s Affairs.

The panel discussion was part of Le Havre Nuit du Droit (“Night of the Law”), an annual event held all over France.

Gary spoke about domestic violence, and was honored to be a part of this wonderful event.

With over 33 years of experience in all aspects of divorce and family law, being a Board Certified Expert in Marital and Family Law by the Florida Bar, and being a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator, Gary Dolgin has the expertise you need when facing divorce or any type of family law issue.

To schedule a consultation with Gary S. Dolgin, Attorney At Law, call (813) 999-2772 and it will be our pleasure to help you.

To learn more about Gary Dolgin and how he can help with your family law issues and divorce issues, such as alimony, child custody, child support and division of marital assets, visit:
Family Lawyer in Tampa, Gary S. Dolgin

Effective July 1, 2023 significant changes to timesharing laws in Florida have been made.

There is now a presumption that equal timesharing is in the best interest of all children.

However, that presumption can be overcome by proving your case by a preponderance of the evidence.

The new law states:

“Unless otherwise provided in this section or agreed to by the parties, there is a rebuttable presumption that equal time-sharing of a minor child is in the best interests of the minor child. To rebut this presumption, a party must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that equal timesharing is not in the best interests of the minor child. Except when a time-sharing schedule is agreed to by the parties and approved by the court, the court must evaluate all of the factors set forth in subsection (3) and make specific written findings of fact when creating or modifying a timesharing schedule.”

Here at The Law Offices of Gary S. Dolgin, we have been helping mothers and fathers with child custody for over 32 years in the Tampa area.

We have also been committed to protecting children’s best interests while helping to advocate for their parent’s rights.

If you have any questions about the new laws which have taken effect July 1, 2023, we are happy to help you.

To schedule a child custody consultation with Gary Dolgin, give us a call at (813) 999-2772, and it will be our pleasure to help you.

Learn more about The Law Offices of Gary S. Dolgin by visiting:
Best Family Law Attorney Tampa, Gary S. Dolgin

Effective July 1, 2023, permanent alimony is no longer authorized in the state of Florida, and therefore, it is important to know the other types of alimony.

One of the other types of alimony that is important to know is called bridge-the-gap transitional alimony.

Bridge-the-gap transitional alimony is meant to assist the recipient’s transition from married life to single life.

Once the amount is agreed upon, it is non-modifiable, and can be received for a maximum of 2 years.

If you have any questions about the new laws which have taken effect July 1, 2023, we are happy to help you.

Being Board Certified in Marital and Family Law as well as being a Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator sets Gary Dolgin apart. He will put his expertise to work for you and advocate for the best possible result in your alimony case.

To schedule an alimony consultation with Board Certified Expert in Marital and Family Law in Tampa, Gary S. Dolgin, please call (813) 999-2772, and it will be our pleasure to help you.

Learn more about The Law Offices of Gary S. Dolgin by visiting:
Best Family Law Attorney Tampa, Gary S. Dolgin

Effective July 1, 2023, permanent alimony is no longer authorized in the state of Florida, and therefore, it is important to know the other types of alimony.

One of the other types of alimony that is important to know is called bridge-the-gap transitional alimony.

The maximum amount of time one can receive bridge-the- gap transitional alimony is two years, and the amount is nonmodifiable.

What are some examples of bridge-the-gap transitional alimony?

Perhaps you need help in renting a new apartment, your first and last month’s rent, and a security deposit.

Perhaps you need help buying furniture or you need help buying a car.

Those are short-term, identifiable financial needs which will help a spouse transition from married life to single life.

If you have any questions about the new laws which have taken effect July 1, 2023, we are happy to help you.

Being Board Certified in Marital and Family Law as well as being a Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator sets Gary Dolgin apart. He will put his expertise to work for you and advocate for the best possible result in your alimony case.

To schedule an alimony consultation with Board Certified Expert in Marital and Family Law in Tampa, Gary S. Dolgin, please call (813) 999-2772, and it will be our pleasure to help you.

Learn more about alimony by visiting:
Tampa Alimony Lawyer – Gary S. Dolgin

Effective July 1, 2023 significant changes to alimony laws in Florida have been made.

In this video, Gary Dolgin explains the new laws regarding how retirement affects alimony.

Clients often ask what happens when someone who is paying alimony wants to retire.

Is their alimony terminated, reduced, or do they have to still keep paying alimony?

One of the laws in Florida regarding retirement requires a judge to look at a lot of factors.

The new law states that a payor of alimony who wants to retire can file a modification approximately six months before they intend to retire.

And what is the judge going to look at?

The judge is going to look at the financial resources of the payor of alimony and the recipient.

How will that retirement affect the payee financially?

What are the motivations for the individual who wants to retire?

What is the customary age in their profession for the age of retirement?

Those are just some of the factors that the court will look at in determining whether it is appropriate for the person to retire at that particular age.

If you have any questions about the new laws which have taken effect July 1, 2023, we are happy to help you.

Being Board Certified in Marital and Family Law as well as being a Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator sets Gary Dolgin apart. He will put his expertise to work for you and advocate for the best possible result in your alimony case.

To schedule an alimony consultation with Board Certified Expert in Marital and Family Law in Tampa, Gary S. Dolgin, please call (813) 999-2772, and it will be our pleasure to help you.

Learn more about alimony by visiting:
Tampa Alimony Attorney – Gary S. Dolgin

We’ve just released our September Newsletter! We shared some great pictures of Gary Dolgin celebrating the 34th anniversary of his first date with his wife, Wendi as they visited Canada. We also shared some great shots of Gary, Wendi and their son Ari on their recent Tampa Bay Rays road trip. You can see the full newsletter by visiting:
September Newsletter

The newsletter also touched on the major changes in Florida Family Law that went into effect on July 1, 2023. Stay tuned to our social media channels and our website blog to learn more about the changes to Family Law in Florida.

If you have any questions about the new laws which have taken effect July 1, 2023, we are happy to help you.

With over 32 years of experience in all aspects of divorce and family law, being a Board Certified Expert in Marital and Family Law by the Florida Bar, and being a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator, Gary Dolgin has the expertise you need when facing divorce or any type of family law issue.

To schedule a consultation with Gary S. Dolgin, Attorney At Law, call (813) 999-2772 and it will be our pleasure to help you.

To learn more about Gary Dolgin and how he can help with your family law issues and divorce issues, such as alimony, child custody, child support and division of marital assets, visit:
Family Law Attorney Tampa, Gary S. Dolgin

Effective July 1, 2023 significant changes to timesharing laws in Florida have been made.

There is now a presumption that equal timesharing is in the best interest of all children.

However, that presumption can be overcome by proving your case by a preponderance of the evidence.

The new law states:

“Unless otherwise provided in this section or agreed to by the parties, there is a rebuttable presumption that equal time-sharing of a minor child is in the best interests of the minor child. To rebut this presumption, a party must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that equal timesharing is not in the best interests of the minor child. Except when a time-sharing schedule is agreed to by the parties and approved by the court, the court must evaluate all of the factors set forth in subsection (3) and make specific written findings of fact when creating or modifying a timesharing schedule.”

Here at The Law Offices of Gary S. Dolgin, we have been helping mothers and fathers with child custody for over 32 years in the Tampa area.

We have also been committed to protecting children’s best interests while helping to advocate for their parent’s rights.

If you have any questions about the new laws which have taken effect July 1, 2023, we are happy to help you.

To schedule a child custody consultation with Gary Dolgin, give us a call at (813) 999-2772, and it will be our pleasure to help you.

Learn more about child custody by visiting:
Child Custody Attorney Tampa, Gary Dolgin