Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Two Good Reasons Why Collaborative Divorce Just Makes Sense
When two people decide to get divorced, there can be tension, fear, and even serious anxiety about what will happen next. Divorce lawyers in Orlando and surrounding areas are fortunate to practice in a state that has set the standard for a new way to divorce – the collaborative divorce. This process creates a… Read More »
Top 5 Bankruptcy Myths Dispelled
Deciding to file for bankruptcy is a huge decision. It will impact your life for years and can cause a lot of stress. But if your head is spinning with questions about how to file and what will happen if you do, then take comfort. You are not alone. CNN Money estimates that 72… Read More »
When a Spouse Stops Paying the Bills
Divorce is usually not just an emotional challenge, but a financial one as well. When two people decide to split up, it means severing the economic ties that hold the marriage together. Indeed, this separation of assets and income is what consumes the lion’s share of the time spent on many divorces. In most… Read More »
Will Bankruptcy Keep Me From Getting a Job?
Credit affects everything these days. From financing a new car to getting a job, we know that our credit can make a difference. It can be the difference between paying 0 percent interest for a new car or 15 percent or more. When it comes to employment, there is a lot of misinformation on… Read More »
January: the Biggest Month for Divorce. But Are the Holidays Really to Blame?
A few years ago, the Huffington Post reported that January was the biggest month for divorces. According to lawyers interviewed, there was a general consensus that post-holiday divorces are the high point for the year. To be sure, many divorce lawyers in Orlando may likely see a spike in marital dissolutions just after the… Read More »
Is a “Collaborative Divorce” Really Possible?
In reality, a collaborative divorce without fighting or litigation is completely possible for many divorcing couples. With hard work and determination, most couples can come to workable agreements without the need for extended and costly fighting in court. This does, however, require careful planning and competent legal advice from an experienced divorce lawyer. Nevertheless,… Read More »
How do Bankruptcy Lawyers Get Paid?
You might wonder how you can afford to pay a bankruptcy lawyer if you are unable to pay your other bills. If so, you are not alone. But the cost of retaining an Orlando bankruptcy lawyer may be more reasonable than you think. It is, however, important to understand how a bankruptcy lawyer is… Read More »
Is my Self-Employed Ex Hiding Income and Assets?
Child support and alimony can be difficult to collect, especially when an ex tries to hide his or her assets. Some spouses may discover that business owners hide assets and profits in their businesses just to avoid paying the right amount of child support or alimony. This becomes even more difficult to notice the… Read More »
Shades of Gray: When it’s Time to Walk Away
A couple years ago, National Public Radio (NPR) did a revealing report on a trend known as gray divorce. This is what people are calling divorces that happen late in life. As the report illustrated divorce rates among seniors have doubled in the last 20 years. Research between 1990 and 2010 shows that the… Read More »
Three Ways to Restore your Credit After Bankruptcy
When a person finally resolves to file for bankruptcy, it can be quite an emotional journey. Some feel anxiety about the future; others find a long-deserved sense of relief. Whatever the emotions, one question typically hangs over people: How do I restore my credit after this? The answer is pretty straightforward. Time and good… Read More »
