It takes a village of compassionate, experienced, and thoughtful professionals to successfully resolve Family Law matters. Our Florida law firm takes a holistic approach to Family Law cases, ensuring better outcomes for clients. As collaborative professionals, Sara Horowitz PA problem-solves and crafts a blueprint that enables clients to thrive. May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, intended to shine a Read More
Spring Is the Season to Step Into the Life You Want
Spring is a chance to make a fresh start. It is recognized as a season of new beginnings and a time to put into action important plans and projects. Sara Horowitz PA practices exclusively in the field of Family Law to provide the highest quality legal services, giving clients a road map that starts with understanding their needs, goals, and values and ends with finding and implementing constructive solutions. We help Read More
Unlock the Digital Tools You Need to Succeed in Your Family Law Matter
Our Family Law firm offers a safe, supportive, and resource-driven space to help clients thrive. Sara Horowitz PA clients have the information they need to make an informed decision. We provide the necessary insights and education to help them solve and resolve their Family Law matters. Providing the latest legal news and analysis on our digital platforms helps people understand different facets of Family Law in the Read More
The Heart and Art of Stepparent Adoptions
Valentine’s Day can be a momentous time for families to adopt children and celebrate their love of family bonds. When a single parent remarries, a stepparent often takes on the responsibility of raising, caring for, and loving their spouse’s child. Both the children and stepparents will form a close bond together like the bond that biological parents and their children share.However, under Florida family law, Read More
New Year, New Start: How January Became the Month for Marriages to End
January is the busiest month for divorce filings, where there is a sharp rise in people wishing to begin divorce proceedings at the start of the year. The festive season’s emotional, familial, and monetary stress coupled with New Year’s fresh start mentality and resolutions illustrate why couples often find themselves reconsidering their marital vows. After the holiday season, the period in January is the last straw Read More
Season’s Greetings From Sara Horowitz PA
'Tis the season to tell you how much you mean to Sara Horowitz PA. We work side-by-side with our clients, and we are deeply appreciative that you have chosen us to help you navigate Family Law matters. We are always here to assist with collaborative divorces, uncontested divorces, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, adoption cases, foster care matters and other Family Law situations that require the attention and Read More
Giving Thanks for Your Support and Business!
In this season of giving and gratitude, Sara Horowitz PA wants to thank you for your outstanding support and business. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and good health! Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all we have been afforded while continuing the important work of ensuring that those who need a South Florida-based Family Law attorney have our undivided Read More
Setting Up Adoptive Families for Success
November is National Adoption Month, a time to celebrate adoptive families, raise awareness for youth looking for their forever families, and promote the need for more adoptive homes. National Adoption Month highlights the beauty of adoption and recognizes the incredible South Florida families who have opened their hearts and homes to adopt. It is an occasion to encourage more Floridians to consider adoption as a way Read More
The Benefits of Mediation in Divorce Cases
The goal for many divorcing couples is to move forward as quickly, cost-effectively, and peacefully as possible, and mediation is a tool to help you get there. Mediation is flexible and confidential. It can provide a more satisfying and less stressful experience compared to traditional divorce litigation. Our goal in this Horowitz Highlights is to share the value and role of mediation in divorce cases. Sara Horowitz Read More
The Life-Changing Power of Speaking Up
Sharing perspectives and addressing issues that champion dynamic ideas to bring about positive change are essential, especially in the family law space. Individuals who speak up believe in the power of their words and want to be transparent. Those who speak up also help to demystify expectations, raise awareness, create a safe space, uplift others, and open a conversation so that others might not feel so alone and Read More
The Process of Adopting as a Single Parent
Advice, support, diligence, and dedication is what clients can expect when they work with me to fulfill their goal of becoming a single parent. Single parents provide loving and stable homes, and Sara Horowitz PA serves all adopting parents who make the wonderful choice to grow their family through adoption. Florida law recognizes the value of adoption into one-parent families, and the process is substantially Read More
From Heartbreak to Healing, Divorce Done Right
“For over 10 years, since Cole and Ella were teenagers, Kamala has been a co-parent with Doug and I,” Kerstin Emhoff, an Emmy-winning film producer, told CNN. “She is loving, nurturing, fiercely protective and always present,” she continued. “I love our blended family and am grateful to have her in it.” Vice President Kamala Harris echoed this sentiment, remarking: “To know Cole and Ella is to know that their Read More
Uncontested Divorces Help Pave the Path to Independence, Peace, and Prosperity
The Fourth of July holiday conjures up images of freedom and independence. Clients who seek a divorce often discuss their desire for independence and to move forward with their lives as soon as possible. An uncontested divorce may be the right tool for that new beginning since the process is efficient and cost-effective. If you think an uncontested divorce might be a good fit for your situation, read the information Read More
The Power of Prenuptial Agreements
June is a popular wedding month, in part due to longer days, more vibrant scenery, and flexibility for travel. For wedded bliss, do not miss the opportunity to design a prenuptial agreement tailored to your specific needs and goals. A prenup is a legally binding contract that provides couples a chance to navigate their future with confidence, clarity, and certainty while avoiding reliance on a judge to decide the Read More
Putting the Puzzle Together for Families During the Adoption & Foster Care Process
"It was like a puzzle piece that just snapped in. I felt it. It was as if she had been with me forever." - Hoda Kotb Bestselling author, Today show co-anchor, and philanthropist Hoda Kotb describes with precision and poignancy the beauty and brilliance of adopting her children. With Mother’s Day on the horizon, I want to wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all moms and mother-figures. We celebrate moms and all who fill the Read More
FACP
Transformative and team-centric, the 12th Annual Conference for the Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals from April 18 - 20, 2024 features a dynamic group of judges, lawyers, mediators, financial planners, and psychologists. FACP is Florida’s statewide organization of lawyers, financial, and mental health professionals whose mission is to guide families to peaceful divorce using the Collaborative Divorce Read More
De-Stress During Divorce: 5 Tips to Help You Cope
Stress Awareness Month has been recognized every April to bring attention to the negative impact of stress and help individuals manage stress with useful tools. Knowing how to manage stress can improve mental and physical well-being as well as minimize exacerbation of health-related issues. Learning to cope with stress during a divorce and finding healthy ways to deal with a separation can go a long way in living a Read More
Untying the Knot: Florida Ends Permanent Alimony
The Florida legislature recently revamped Florida’s alimony statute, Section 61.08. The measure (SB 1416) includes sweeping changes to alimony, such as the elimination of permanent alimony payments in favor of a formula-based system that establishes the maximum length of time alimony can be paid and caps the amount of alimony. The bill also establishes new rules about retirement as well as tax consequences, which Read More
Unpacking the Implications of the Alabama Supreme Court Ruling
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled on Feb. 16 that frozen embryos are children after three couples sued a fertility clinic for wrongful death when a patient accessed the Mobile, Alabama freezer the embryos were in and dropped them. The court determined in LePage v. Mobile Infirmary Clinic that the clinic’s failure to secure the storage area violated the state’s Wrongful Death Act because the frozen embryos were Read More
You Are the Heart of Our Law Firm
On a recent Saturday afternoon, I cuddled up with a hot cup of chocolate (marshmallows included) to read newly published 5-star client reviews on Google. My heart swelled with pride, joy and immense gratitude. Heartfelt appreciation for the beautiful and candid articulation of your experiences working with Sara Horowitz PA, which meaningfully serves as a resource for others to understand how family law matters are Read More
The Benefits of Having a Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreement
A well-drafted prenuptial and postnuptial agreement are worth their weight in gold. These documents help form the foundation of a marriage and serve as a framework for couples to have important conversations about money, business, and values. They protect assets in the event of a divorce or separation as well as make parties feel empowered. A major benefit of getting a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is that Read More
Making Spirits Bright
Have a holly, jolly Christmas! To all who celebrate, we wish you and your loved ones health, happiness and joy this Christmas. May all your days be merry and bright. Whether you deck the halls, rock around the Christmas tree, build a snowman on Florida's beautiful beaches, or jingle all the way to your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day festivities, we hope good tidings come your way. May the magic of the season Read More
A Hanukkah Tradition of Giving
Oh, dreidel, dreidel, dreidel! Hanukkah is one of my favorite holidays. It is a celebration of the miracle of the oil that was only supposed to last for one night but lasted for eight nights. Each night another candle is added so that by the end of the holiday the menorah shines powerfully - a symbol of hope just when we need it most. As a child, I loved lighting the candles on the menorah and watching them Read More
New Podcast Episode: Sara Horowitz Shares Her Pragmatic Approach to Family Law
In a new, groundbreaking episode of The Confident Retirement, Kris Flammang interviews Sara Horowitz about collaborative divorce, uncontested divorce, and adoption law. Sara shares her more than decade-long experience practicing family law, emphasizing the numerous benefits of the collaborative process. For Sara Horowitz, practicing Family Law and Collaborative Divorce is a calling, and she works efficiency and Read More
An Attitude of Gratitude: Grateful Hearts Gather Here
"An attitude of gratitude goes a long way when it comes to physical and emotional healing." - Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor Your family law journey should center on healing and hope. We’re thankful to be part of your journey and grateful to do the work we love in a community we love. You, our clients, inspire us every day. We, in turn, aim to provide the necessary legal tools to help you live your best life. Embracing a Read More
Point of Pride: Serving a Florida Family Law Clientele
Gators - and Florida pride - runs deep in my veins. The University of Florida in Gainesville, fondly referred to as “UF,” is a thriving center of academic excellence, inclusion, and diversity. UF was recently named the No. 1 public university in the country by The Wall Street Journal in its “2024 Best Colleges in the U.S.” report. UF significantly shaped my future as a Florida-based attorney. I graduated summa cum Read More
Do I Need a Florida Family Law Attorney?
“Could collaborative divorce work for my separation situation?” “I might want to foster or adopt a child but how do I begin the process?” These are questions we frequently hear at Sara Horowitz PA when people are thinking about making a major life decision that affects their family. The main objective of family law is to provide legal mechanisms for resolving disputes and building relationships between family Read More
Find More Fun: Happy National Family Fun Month
“In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun.” - Mary Poppins Fun is an action you can take practically anywhere, anytime. The magical mixture of playfulness and connection with loved ones is vital to our mental and physical prosperity. August brings us National Family Fun Month, which is the perfect reminder to enjoy some carefree time with kids, partners, spouses, and loved ones. Create Read More
Hollywood Ending: Amicable Celebrity Splits
The way they weren’t. Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner. Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky. Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth. Billy Porter and Adam Smith. These are just some of the marquee names who announced their splits in 2023. Celebrity divorces can be messy and complex, especially when the ins and outs of their separation are covered by paparazzi culture. What can amicable and discreet high-profile Read More
Adoption Options for Same-Sex Couples in Florida
“Love is love is love is love is love is love is love is love.” - Lin-Manuel Miranda Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony Awards acceptance speech in 2016 reminded a world devastated by the tragic mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida of the healing power of love. His sonnet paid homage to the idea that all people deserve to live with dignity and respect, free from violence, and protected against Read More
Understanding the Unique Role Collaborative Divorce Plays in Mental Health
Mental health is health; it affects everyone, regardless of age, race, gender, politics, geography, or income. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and collaborative divorce is a prime tool that supports mental health and emotional wellness. Divorce can increase symptoms of stress, depression, and anxiety. Yet collaborative law paves the way for improved mental health because it is a process that embraces Read More
Fostering a Supportive Foster Care Adoption Process
Foster care adoptions can provide stability, wellbeing, and joy for both parents and children alike. It is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling ways to change children’s lives and enrich the life of the adoptive parent or family that welcomes them in. At Sara Horowitz PA, we strive to ensure foster care adoptions go as smoothly as possible since the adoption of the foster child you already know and love is an Read More
Comprehensive, Collaborative Solutions to Your Family Law Needs
I am proud to present my inaugural newsletter! Each month, you’ll receive helpful tips, insights, strategies, and skills regarding Collaborative Divorce, Family Law, and Florida law. Thank you for being a valued member of my community, and welcome to the March 2023 issue of Horowitz Highlights.Is Collaborative Divorce right for you, your family or friends? Collaborative Divorce is an alternative approach to Read More
