Over one million Floridians participate in the Florida Retirement System — teachers, law enforcement officers, state workers, court employees, and local government staff. When an FRS member divorces, the pension is typically one of the most valuable marital assets. This guide explains every FRS plan type, the required QDRO process, the official model forms, and the steps required to divide the benefit correctly.

Federal employee retirement benefits are among the most valuable — and most misunderstood — marital assets in a Florida divorce. QDRO does not apply. OPM requires a Court Order Acceptable for Processing. The TSP requires a separate Retirement Benefits Court Order. And the employee contribution balance most people see dramatically understates the true value of the pension. This guide explains everything.

Everything a Florida parent needs to know about changing a minor child's name — whether both parents agree or only one is filing. Includes all Florida Supreme Court approved forms, the best-interest standard, and how to update your child's records after the court order.

A complete walkthrough of Florida's adult name change process — from the petition to the final court order. Includes all Florida Supreme Court approved forms, filing fees, the fingerprint requirement most people don't expect, and what to do after your name is legally changed.