Entries by Crystal Collins Spencer, Attorney at Law

Creating a Divorce Plan

Your hopes for a successful marriage are now over. Your marriage is irretrievably broken and it’s time to make a plan for how to go about getting divorced.  We are sorry that this has happened to you but, making plans will minimize controversy and contention and hopefully create a more peaceful co-existence for both you […]

How to Choose a Divorce Attorney

When a person makes the decision to divorce, there are dozens of different things to consider, from where one will live while the divorce is pending to how issues in the divorce will be resolved and more. But before any major decisions are made, there’s something else to think about: who will provide legal representation […]

What is a Guardian Ad Litem in Florida?

A guardian ad litem in Florida is an advocate for children that are dealing with difficult situations. Many of the children have lived in households where they were neglected or abused in some way. In some instances, the biological parents are losing custody of the child or one biological parent is attempting to have custody […]

Bankruptcy and Divorce

Getting divorced but also need to file for bankruptcy? You are not alone. Many former couples find themselves in a situation where they are no longer happy and would like to separate from one another. However, they may need to file for bankruptcy as well because it is the best decision for them based on […]

How Do I Get an Annulment in Florida?

Marriage isn’t for everyone. Sometimes, we do not find this out until after the fact. If you want to dissolve your marriage in Florida, you can either get a divorce or annulment. Divorce is a simpler and less time-consuming process that just terminates the marriage. An annulment goes even further to say that the marriage […]

Can Divorce Impact my Credit Score?

Does getting a divorce impact your credit score? The short answer is, not directly, but possibly indirectly. No Direct Impact There is no direct impact on your credit score when you finalize a divorce, because the credit reporting agencies do not consider marital status as a factor in determining your creditworthiness. That being said, there […]