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

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

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

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